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CAP 999: Helicopter Search and Rescue (SAR) in the UK National Approval Guidance

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This CAP has been published to assist operators intending to conduct civil Search and Rescue helicopter operations in the UK in accordance with national requirements and recommended practices. It provides an expected means of compliance together with guidance in determining operational procedures and Operations Manual development.

This edition has been updated to incorporate the CAA’s acceptable alternative to the requirement for PC1 at Hospital HLS.

Status:
Current
Review comment:
-
Version:
4
Version date:
14-Mar-2023
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