Key Facts
| Short Name: | |
| Nickname: | unknown |
| Main Role: | EMS |
| Secondary Role: | Search & Rescue |
| First Formed: | n/a |
| Parent Unit: | Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter Service |
| Current Status: | Active |
History
The original helicopter service was created by The Newcastle branch of Surf Life Saving Australia, as a surf rescue and coastal observation operation during the summer months using a Bell 47 helicopter. At this time Westpac, (then the Bank of NSW), became named sponsor and has remained so to the present day. The service expaned to two helicopters in 1993. A second base was opened at Tamworth in 2000.
Aircraft
| Type | Qty | Service | Example Serials |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bell 47 | 2 | 1975 – ? | |
| ?? | 1 | ? – 1990 | |
| AS365 | 1 | 1990 – ? | |
| Bell 412 | 2 | 1993 – current | |
| Bell 407 | 1 | 2000 – 2007 | |
| BK117 | 2 | 2007 – current |
Unit Markings
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Main Bases
| Base | Duration |
|---|---|
| Newcastle | 1975 – current |
| Tamworth | 2000 – current |
More Information
References
- wikipedia: Westpac Life Saver Helicopter Service
- Westpac Life Saver Helicopter NSW
- Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopters
- Facebook: Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopters – Official Site NSW
- Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter Hunter Region
Other Sources
To be added.