Air Rescue UK was delighted to welcome our partners at Alidaunia S.R.L. to Sentinel House for three days of intensive helicopter hoist training, supporting four Technical Crew Members (TCMs) in developing their skills through our Hoist Mission Training System (HMTS) and purpose-built hoist tower. Throughout the programme, the crews completed […]

Air Rescue UK is delighted to announce a new partnership with Colne FC, sponsoring first-team player Josh Talks for the 2026/27 season. Based in Lancashire, Colne FC competes in the North West Counties Football League First Division North and is entering its 30th anniversary season. The club continues to develop both on and […]

Air Rescue UK was delighted to welcome cadets and staff from the Clacton Royal Air Force Air Cadets to our UK training facility at Sentinel House in Harwich, providing an introduction to the world of helicopter search and rescue and the specialist skills involved in hoist operations. The visit gave the cadets […]

At Air Rescue UK, technical competence has always been only part of the picture. Safe and effective operations depend just as heavily on communication, decision-making, situational awareness, teamwork and the ability to respond appropriately when things do not go to plan. That is why Sentinel House in Harwich brings together […]

Air Rescue Group is proud to announce that we have officially signed the Armed Forces Covenant, reinforcing our support for the wider military community. Operating internationally across Search and Rescue, aviation support, specialist training, and simulation, our work relies on bringing together skilled professionals from diverse backgrounds – including a […]

Air Rescue Group is delighted to announce a new partnership with Little Oakley FC, supporting the club’s Under-14 squad for the 2026/27 season. Based just a short distance from Air Rescue Group’s Sentinel House headquarters in Harwich, Little Oakley FC has a proud history within the local football community. The club […]

This week marked an exciting milestone as we officially kicked off our Technical Crew Trainer Course, welcoming four internal staff members into an intensive instructor development program. By selecting candidates from within our own ranks, we are directly investing in the future of our team. This program bridges frontline operational […]

We’re proud to recognise a significant milestone for one of our own. Marcus Wigfull “Wiggy”, who has reached 6,000 flying hours after more than three decades in aviation. Serving as Technical Crew on the Falkland Islands SAR contract, Wiggy’s experience reflects the very best of what our crews bring to […]

Air Rescue UK is seeking experienced, dual-qualified Winch Operators/Winchmen to support our ongoing Ministry of Defence Search and Rescue operation in the Falkland Islands. Successful candidates will join an established team delivering a professional, all-weather SAR capability in a demanding and highly rewarding operational environment. Essential requirements Applicants must have: […]

Operational Hoist Operators from Estonia joined us to work through emergency procedures using the Hoist Mission Training System by Bluedrop Training & Simulation , blending simulation with real-world experience. Expertly supported by Aviation SME David Kerr-Sheppard , it was a strong example of shared learning in practice.