Last Update:
Aug 08
About Us
Vision "Volunteer air search and rescue second to none"
Mission "To support Canada's Search and Rescue Program and promote Aviation Safety".
CASARA Saskatchewan View Activity Summary
Our
aims:
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To promote the preservation of life incidental to a search, by providing volunteer service in support of the National Search and Rescue System; and as requested by the Province of Saskatchewan;
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To promote Search and Rescue Accident Prevention and Aviation Safety activities for the prevention of aircraft and occupant accidents and loss of life;
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To provide volunteer support services to carry out Authorized Activities related to Search and Rescue operations and Search and Rescue Training in such a manner as may be agreed upon from time to time.
We also aim to offer a rewarding experience for our volunteers!
CASARA is jointly sponsored by the Department of National Defense and the Department of Transport who provide:
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training in areas such as aviation safety, weather, survival, pilot decision making, and search techniques and procedures
Our activities:
Our primary role includes searching from the air, and conducting electronic searches on the ground. Although we encourage everyone to become proficient members of our air crews, we know that not all people will be able or desire to fly, or may not be physically able to fly. We recognize that here are many other equally important ground related duties and assignments that members might undertake.
Association volunteer members:
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participate in Aviation Safety and search and rescue training programs;
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provide air search support services; View Dispatch Report
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provide suitable aircraft;
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provide highly trained, safety-conscious crews to fly as pilots, navigators and spotters on Association aircraft, and as spotters on Canadian Forces aircraft as required;
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provides an insurance package including personal accident, hull and liability insurance coverage;
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provides administrative support;
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provides reimbursement for aircraft operating expenses based on aircraft type and local fuel costs;
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provides reimbursement for incidental expenses that members may incur.
Our motto:
That others may live!
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