So today there was some last minute mountain rescue training in the Coastguard S92 helicopter. I have never been in a helicopter before so was pretty excited to say the least. The purpose of the training was to familiarise ourselves with the crew, the helicopter itself, emergency procedures and what to do when being winched up and down in various conditions and locations.
After a reasonably long wait for the chopper to meet us in Glen Nevis, we got sorted out into groups and started looking at hazards inside and outside the helicopter, how to board and alight, and the features of this specific model of aircraft. Then it was time to get winched up and practice everything we had been taught before going off for a flight around the Ben, visiting various locations. Malcolm, Henry and I got dropped off at Carn Dearg, while the chopper went to fetch team two. On its return, it picked us up for another whirl around the mountain before dropping us safely back at our starting point.
It was a terrific day and really demonstrated the capabilities of the S92, as well as the important part it plays in mountain and coastal rescues. I can't wait for another training session....
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