To go from basic infantry to SAR tech is an accomplishment, to then switch to pilot is unheard of. Kudos to this man on his dedication and service to our country.
The last couple of rescues in the Juan de Fuca straight were done by the American coast guard, in clearly Canadian waters. I get that you want the first responder, whoever can get there more quickly. However our guys need the practice and those experiences in bumpy waters don't happen every day. Technical rescue is one of those skills you need to be practicing every week to maintain proficiency. I love the idea of our Canadian military being in involved in this.
These things are big, loud, & unmistakble when they are flying around here. One just looks up, sees them, and then wonders "who got themselves in trouble this time?".
My office is not far from the airport and base in Gander. When these big bird go over…or even near the building you sure know what it is. You can hear it coming a long way off.
They do have a mandate for Search and Rescue, but that's not the primary mission of their big ships or helicopter fleet. It would take a whole different crewing and training model to make that happen (for the Canadian Coast Guard helicopters in particular).
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We are much different than the United States Coast Guard is , Canada has a non military Coast guard
Yup we got taken on these helicopters. Hard to get parts for poor quality and dealing with the manufacturer is terrible to deal with.30 years working on helicopters in all areas here.
Yes’ thank you so much this will be very useful and I would very much appreciate your support in my rescue. Thank you again! 1649 16th at Florence Oregon USA. I have been and will stay ready for your arrival. In person communication only unfortunately and please! Thank you! 🙏
To go from basic infantry to SAR tech is an accomplishment, to then switch to pilot is unheard of. Kudos to this man on his dedication and service to our country.
I was impressed too! Super nice guy! I was thankful for the time he spent with me.
The last couple of rescues in the Juan de Fuca straight were done by the American coast guard, in clearly Canadian waters. I get that you want the first responder, whoever can get there more quickly. However our guys need the practice and those experiences in bumpy waters don't happen every day. Technical rescue is one of those skills you need to be practicing every week to maintain proficiency. I love the idea of our Canadian military being in involved in this.
Absolutely brilliant, well done!!
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Glad to see that you made it through the pilot journey Kent and ended up right where you should have. 😅
I agree! His story is an awesome one that I was proud to film.
Oh yeah, Leonardo makes neat kit. Wish I could fly!
Hey Kent, did you get the car running?
These things are big, loud, & unmistakble when they are flying around here. One just looks up, sees them, and then wonders "who got themselves in trouble this time?".
LOL... I think the same when I see them.
Used to live near Port Renfrew on V.I. and saw these helo's all the time, like you said they will never sneak up on someone, very loud...
@@frasersgrove4838 Yup, loud, and in my opinion, cool too! 🙂
My office is not far from the airport and base in Gander. When these big bird go over…or even near the building you sure know what it is. You can hear it coming a long way off.
Always cool to see! =)
I still think Coast Guard should do search and rescue mission
They do have a mandate for Search and Rescue, but that's not the primary mission of their big ships or helicopter fleet. It would take a whole different crewing and training model to make that happen (for the Canadian Coast Guard helicopters in particular).
We are much different than the United States Coast Guard is , Canada has a non military Coast guard
THEN WHY IS IT'S BUDGET TIED IN WITH MILITARY BUDGET. IT COUNTS FOR GDP IN MILITARY FUNDING
That is a biiig chopter.
Yup we got taken on these helicopters. Hard to get parts for poor quality and dealing with the manufacturer is terrible to deal with.30 years working on helicopters in all areas here.
Where were you a tech on the Cormorant? I hope you are a present of past technician to make that bold statement.
$30000/hour to keep it in the air if i remember correctly 😮
I'll have to look into that, but I'm pretty sure that number is not accurate as the CF-18 doesn't even cost that much per hour.
This man is looking thick! He must eat a ton of meat. ❤
Yes’ thank you so much this will be very useful and I would very much appreciate your support in my rescue. Thank you again! 1649 16th at Florence Oregon USA. I have been and will stay ready for your arrival. In person communication only unfortunately and please! Thank you! 🙏