Rescue 177: A Scots GP Flies Search and Rescue with the Royal Navy

Rescue 177: A Scots GP Flies Search and Rescue with the Royal Navy

by JamesA.Begg (Author)

Synopsis

In 1986, Jim Begg, an Ayrshire GP, was appointed as the Doctor for Search and Rescue at HMS Gannet, Prestwick - the second busiest rescue unit in the UK. His Sea King helicopter, call-sign Rescue 177, was the 'frontline ambulance' for Scottish islands, ships, fishing boats, and mountains.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 176
Edition: 1st Edition
Publisher: Mercat Press
Published: 10 Aug 2002

ISBN 10: 1841830542
ISBN 13: 9781841830544

Media Reviews
'As well as entertaining the reader, Rescue 177 is a salute to naval and civilian crews who answer emergency calls on any day, at any hour.' Bookshelf '...his book Rescue 177, recalls many of those death-or-glory adventures in compelling detail.' The Ayrshire Post '... a unique perspective on the bravery and professionalism of rescue crews' Sunday Post