Future of Air Force Combat Search Rescue - Louis "Shiner" Nolting

Louis "Shiner" Nolting rejoins the podcast to discuss Combat Search and Rescue, the new HH-60W and more. Check out his first episode, where "Shiner" recounts his deployment to Afghanistan in 2011, where he was awarded two Distinguished Flying Crosses.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
01:12 Transition to Kadena Air Base
02:16 Closure of Nellis Rescue Operations
03:21 Rescue Operations in Alaska
04:21 Exchange Programs and Cross-Pollination
07:06 Qualification for Ship Landings
08:28 Conversion to H-60 Whiskey
10:49 Conversion Process for H-60 Whiskey
11:45 Improved Capabilities of H-60 Whiskey
15:15 Force Structure and Future Plans
16:49 Integration with Other Military Branches
19:04 Mission and Operations at Kadena Air Base
20:29 Night Fighter Alert and Search and Rescue
22:15 Search and Rescue Operations in Japanese Territorial Waters
23:27 Coordination and Execution of Rescue Missions
25:26 Challenges of Locating and Rescuing Survivors
26:45 Rescue Techniques and Procedures
27:18 Considerations for Helicopter Operations over the Ocean
28:41 Monitoring Engine Performance and Health
29:58 Engine Wash and Maintenance
32:40 Structural Challenges and Maintenance Issues
36:05 Collaboration with Other Military and Civilian Agencies
37:09 Integration with Other Aircraft and Assets
39:30 Integration with A-10s and Combat Search and Rescue
40:28 Role of Sandy Aircraft in Combat Rescue
41:52 Role of Combat Search and Rescue Coordinator
43:43 Importance of Authentication and Proof of Life
44:13 Importance of Escort and Integration with Survivors
45:01 Advantages and Challenges of Distributed Operations
48:21 Importance of Airmanship and Cross Check
53:35 Future Developments and Challenges
56:56 Conclusion and Appreciation
Summary
In this conversation, Shiner discusses his transition to Kadena Air Base and the closure of rescue operations at Nellis. He explains the conversion process to the H-60 Whiskey and the improved capabilities of the new aircraft. Shiner also highlights the challenges and procedures involved in search and rescue missions, including the importance of authentication and proof of life. He emphasizes the integration and collaboration with other military branches and the role of Sandy aircraft in combat rescue. Shiner concludes by discussing the future developments and challenges in the field of combat search and rescue.
Takeaways
Transition and closure of rescue operations at Nellis Air Force Base
Conversion process to the H-60 Whiskey and its improved capabilities
Challenges and procedures involved in search and rescue missions
Integration and collaboration with other military branches and assets

[@KGSpradleyAuthor]

Excellent stuff. Loved my years flying the Hawk!

[@haidershalal891]

Greetings to you from Iraq, heroic pilots❤

[@indy500tabasco8]

👺👺👺totally awesome podcast👺👺👺

[@yaronsteinbuch3956]

New sub here. Glad to be aboard!

[@TriggerSD2001]

Ch-47, Sir.

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TOML!