"Longhorns" of Helicopter SAR Squadron Conduct Mountain Flying SAR Training [Image 6 of 22]

NEVADA, UNITED STATES

04.07.2021

Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Ryan Breeden    

Navy Public Affairs Support Element West

210407-N-PH222-1269 Fallon, Nev. (April 07, 2021)



Naval Air Crewman (Helicopter) 2nd Class Asher Ferguson, from Satellite Beach, Fla., assigned to the “Longhorns” of Helicopter Search and Rescue (SAR) Squadron, practices confined area landings during a mountain flying SAR training event in a MH-60S Knighthawk helicopter. The Navy currently has six dedicated “Station SAR” units located around the US. Lemoore SAR CA, Fallon SAR NV, Whidbey Island SAR WA, China Lake SAR (VX-31) CA, PAX River SAR MD, and Key West SAR FL. Their primary mission is to provide search and rescue and first responder support for Fleet flight training operations for the jets in their designated areas of responsibilities. Secondary to that, station SARs also work closely with local agencies to be a first responder to anyone in legitimate danger. Other missions may include RT&D support, HELITACK aerial firefighting, and general utility helicopter operations. Pursuant to the National SAR Plan of the United States, the unit may also be used for civil SAR/MEDEVAC needs to the fullest extent practicable on a non-interference basis, with primary military duties according to applicable national directives, plans, guidelines and agreements. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryan M. Breeden/Released)

• Date Taken: 04.07.2021
• Date Posted: 04.10.2021 17:16
• Photo ID: 6592273
• VIRIN: 210407-N-PH222-1269
• Resolution: 5197x3712
• Size: 2.28 MB
• Location: NEVADA, US