NSW flood victims aided by Land Rover LifeFlight rescue helicopter
The Land Rover LifeFlight Special Mission helicopter is en route to Moree, in northern New South Wales (NSW), to aid emergency services in their response to the unfolding flood crisis
The advanced and specially configured helicopter is equipped with two pilots, a winch operator and a LifeFlight Critical Care Flight Paramedic. In their latest tasking to NSW, the crew is ready to respond to emergency evacuations, as required by Fire and Rescue NSW.
“The Land Rover LifeFlight Special Mission helicopter is designed specifically for this type of work,” LifeFlight Head of Flying Operations and pilot David Bashir said. “It's a very capable machine, it's able to fly in all weather basically, day and night. The helicopter is currently configured for search and rescue, but we are also able to take a patient on board, to be treated by our paramedic.
“LifeFlight is proud to be assisting NSW emergency services in their response,” Bashir added.
“We’re happy to go over the border and help anyone in need.”