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Arrowsmith SAR and Alberni Valley Rescue Squad Complete Annual CDFL Training with AirSpan Helicopters

This past weekend, members of Arrowsmith Search and Rescue and the Alberni Valley Rescue Squad completed their annual Class D Fixed Line (CDFL) training with AirSpan Helicopters.

CDFL (also known as short‑haul or Human External Cargo) operations allow for the safe insertion and extraction of rescuers in terrain where landing an aircraft isn’t possible. Maintaining this capability requires regular, hands‑on training for both PCEs (Persons Carried Externally) — commonly referred to as rescue attendant — and ECPs (Essential Crew Persons).

During the training, PCEs/attendants refreshed critical skills including harness setup, connection and disconnection procedures, managing spin and movement during flight, standardized callouts, hazard awareness, and safe insertions and extractions in complex terrain.

ECPs focused on their aircraft‑based responsibilities, including monitoring the CDFL system, assisting the pilot with situational awareness, and being prepared to conduct an emergency bellyband release if required.

This annual training reinforces clear communication, defined roles, and shared abort authority between the pilot, ECP, and PCE — ensuring that every CDFL operation is conducted as safely and effectively as possible.

A sincere thank you to AirSpan Helicopters for their continued professionalism and support of SAR training, and to the dedicated volunteers from both teams who commit the time and effort to maintain these advanced res#searchandrescue.#CDFL️#shorthauld#sartraining #ShortHaul #SARTraining Arrowsmith#airspanhelicoptersscue #AirSpanHelicopters VolunteerSAR ... See MoreSee Less

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Arrowsmith SAR and Alberni Valley Rescue Squad Complete Annual CDFL Training with AirSpan Helicopters This past weekend, members of Arrowsmith Search and Rescue and the Alberni Valley Rescue Squad completed their annual Class D Fixed Line (CDFL) training with AirSpan Helicopters. CDFL (also known as short‑haul or Human External Cargo) operations allow for the safe insertion and extraction of rescuers in terrain where landing an aircraft isn’t possible. Maintaining this capability requires regular, hands‑on training for both PCEs (Persons Carried Externally) — commonly referred to as rescue attendant — and ECPs (Essential Crew Persons). During the training, PCEs/attendants refreshed critical skills including harness setup, connection and disconnection procedures, managing spin and movement during flight, standardized callouts, hazard awareness, and safe insertions and extractions in complex terrain. ECPs focused on their aircraft‑based responsibilities, including monitoring the CDFL system, assisting the pilot with situational awareness, and being prepared to conduct an emergency bellyband release if required. This annual training reinforces clear communication, defined roles, and shared abort authority between the pilot, ECP, and PCE — ensuring that every CDFL operation is conducted as safely and effectively as possible. A sincere thank you to AirSpan Helicopters for their continued professionalism and support of SAR training, and to the dedicated volunteers from both teams who commit the time and effort to maintain these advanced rescue capabilities. 🚁 ⛑️ #SearchAndRescue #CDFL #ShortHaul #SARTraining ArrowsmithSAR AlberniValleyRescue #AirSpanHelicopters VolunteerSARImage attachmentImage attachment+3Image attachment
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