Annual Short Haul & Fastrope Certification

Each year, LVMPDSAR's pilots, officers, and MR volunteers either certify or re-certify for short haul and fastrope operations.  This is a big training day for the Unit because of the teamwork and coordination that it takes to keep everyone trained. Here's a picture of a tandem shorthaul: And here's what it looks...

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T-Shirt and a Tour Giveaway

We have great news! We're going to be giving away a LVMPDSAR t-shirt and a tour of our hangar to five lucky recipients! Eligibility In order to be eligible for the giveaway, two things need to happen: You must 'Like' our page on Facebook.  We must have at least 1,000 'Likes' by the end of the year.  What...

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Basic's Class 2011

Earlier this year, we opened recruitment for our Mountain Rescue Unit and as our mid-July cut-off date approached, we had received over 120 interest forms. After hosting an orientation, physical fitness test, and in-person interviews, we chose 12 people to attend this year's Basic's class. This month, our Basic's Class...

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