The SR3 training staff specializes in helicopter hoist rescue operations in both day and night (NVG) conditions. All training is tailored for the customer and will provide the most current information, procedures and techniques for performing human hoist operations. Our curriculum supports basic and advanced SAR mission operations for government and law enforcement agencies, commercial operators, military and helicopter original equipment manufacturers.

Helicopter Hoist Rescue Training

Review of aircraft safety procedures

Fall protection and restraint requirements

Aircraft cabin rigging

SAR mission planning

Hazard identification

Emergency procedures

Litter hoist operations

Insertion and extrication devices and harnesses

Correct use of taglines with weak link

Hoist rescue pre-flight inspection

Usage of checklists for both SAR personnel and pilots

Single insertions and extraction techniques

Double up extraction techniques

Litter and rescue bag extractions with tagline

Litter and rescue bag extractions with attendant

Advanced SAR training scenarios tailored to the specific needs of the customer

SR3 instructors all have an extensive background in light helicopter mountain rescue operations in both day and night conditions. Our training program is specific to each customer and designed to support basic and advanced SAR mission operations for government and law enforcement agencies, commercial operators, and utility companies.

light helicopter rescue training

Review of aircraft safety procedures

Fall protection and restraint requirements

Aircraft cabin rigging

Correct SAR mission planning

Hazard identification

Confined area operations

Emergency procedures

One skid insertion and extraction

Toe in insertion and extraction

Litter loading

Short haul (HEC) single, double and single rescuer with litter