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F/A-18C down

Griz882

Griz882

Frightening children with the Griz-O-Copter!
pilot
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I saw this. My condolences go out to his family. I was surprised to read that the SAR bird is civilian.
 
sevenhelmet

sevenhelmet

Low calorie attack from the Heartland
pilot
Thoughts and prayers for the fallen, and and everyone affected by this tragedy.

Griz882 said:
I was surprised to read that the SAR bird is civilian.
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It's more common than you might think, especially in inland areas such as TNP. Not sure who the normal SAR alert unit is, but there's a lot of square mileage to cover down there. Local PD or Sheriff's department can often get to a given spot more quickly, especially outside of "normal" working hours (e.g. 2230).
 
Treetop Flyer

Treetop Flyer

Well-Known Member
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sevenhelmet said:
Thoughts and prayers for the fallen, and and everyone affected by this tragedy.



It's more common than you might think, especially in inland areas such as TNP. Not sure who the normal SAR alert unit is, but there's a lot of square mileage to cover down there. Local PD or Sheriff's department can often get to a given spot more quickly, especially outside of "normal" working hours (e.g. 2230).
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The only Marine SAR remaining is in Yuma, and that is supposed to shut down soon.

Thoughts and prayers for the pilot, family, and squadron.
 
Swanee

Swanee

Cereal Killer
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None
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It's been a tough year for that squadron and the Marine Hornet community in general. Damn. :(
 
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