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 Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter for the Perth area was launched in December 2008 and is a service provided by Surf Life Saving Western Australia (SLSWA). A new helicopter was obtained in late 2011, and this allowed the original helicopter to move south and start operations at from Busselton.
Aircraft
| Type | Qty | Service | Example Serials |
|---|---|---|---|
| AS350 | 1 | 2008 – current | |
| AW119Ke | 1 | 2011 – current |
Unit Markings
| Figure 1 |
|---|
| To be added |
Main Bases
| Base | Duration |
|---|---|
| Freemantle | 2008 – current |
| Busselton | 2011 – current |
More Information
References
- wikipedia: Westpac Life Saver Helicopter Service
- Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopters
- Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Service WA
Other Sources
To be added.