Search and Rescue

Search and Rescue (SAR) units have played a vital role in military operations since World War II, when dedicated teams were first established to recover downed airmen behind enemy lines. Over the decades, SAR capabilities expanded to include specialized aircraft, helicopters, and trained personnel able to operate in diverse environments such as sea, mountains, and combat zones. During the Korean and Vietnam Wars, SAR missions became increasingly sophisticated, employing tactics like Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) to extract personnel under fire. Today, military SAR units remain essential for saving lives, providing humanitarian assistance, and supporting both peacetime and wartime operations around the globe.