RAF Mountain Rescue
Hi,
Just wondering, as RAF SAR in the UK is coming to an end very soon, does anyone know whether RAF Mountain Rescue will remain or whether that too is going/gone? I've had a look online but as of yet I've found nothing. Cheers, Tom |
Hi Tom,
It's a good question. The RAF will be maintaining an MRT capability post the civilianisation of SAR as the military will still have a responsibility for post-crash management of their aircraft in hostile terrain (i.e. mountainous areas). The actual form this will take in terms of number of teams and location is yet to be nailed down. |
Here's what the man in charge had to say:
Mountain rescue boss admits budget worries as he steps into his job | News | The National Posted from Pprune.org App for Android |
I think with ARCC moving to Southampton to be absorbed by the MCA ultimately...MRT is on borrowed time. Now down to 4 teams I believe, it is going to be stretched to cope with anything substantial. Tick, tick, tick,,,
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I'm not sure why the MoD should be carrying it out frankly. I'm amazed the capability still exists. I mean, the RN doesn't man RNLI lifeboats.
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As has already been pointed out, one of their main (possibly these days their main?) responsibilities is post-crash management (Leeming isn't exactly surrounded by mountains!!).
When you also consider that the bulk of them are volunteers, with only a core of full time MRT personnel, they're not exactly that expensive to run...... |
Originally Posted by Biggus
(Post 9108938)
As has already been pointed out, one of their main (possibly these days their main?) responsibilities is post-crash management (Leeming isn't exactly surrounded by mountains!!).
When you also consider that the bulk of them are volunteers, with only a core of full time MRT personnel, they're not exactly that expensive to run...... |
(Leeming isn't exactly surrounded by mountains!!).
The Pennines and N York Moors don't count then? |
No.
Next question. |
Is there still a Mountain Rescue Team in Pidley?
S-D |
Yes indeed, and still doing good work.
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RAF MRT at Leeming are routinely seen around Ulswater, which is a swift ride along the A66.
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Originally Posted by Bigbux
(Post 9109049)
And very committed volunteers they are too. I was always surprised at the lack of formal RAF Regt involvement in manning the teams. Many of the basic skills involved are directly transferable from that of an infantryman, and anyone with an eye on 2 Sqn selection or beyond should be chomping at the bit to get into some mountains with a load on their back.
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