Maritime SAR Aviation Panel

The IMRF has established the SAR Aviation Panel (SAP) to address the lack of formal international benchmarks for aviation Search and Rescue (SAR) standards. The panel promotes harmonised global standards and practices for aviation SAR services and those working with aviation assets in SAR operations, enhancing safety, quality, and consistency.

The SAP identifies inconsistencies, raises awareness of operational weaknesses, and supports safe and effective practices. It provides a virtual forum for members, including aviation service providers, Coast Guards, and Aeronautical Rescue Coordination Centres, to share experiences, operational learnings, and best practices.

The panel also develops guidance for maritime Rescue Coordination Centres (RCCs) and rescue vessels to improve their understanding and use of aviation assets, enhancing SAR outcomes. Additionally, the SAP offers technical advice to the IMRF on SAR-related discussions within ICAO, IMO, and other global forums.

THE RECORDING FROM THE LAST SAR AVIATION PANEL ON 12TH MAY IS NOW IN THE MEMBERS ONLY WEBINARS RECORDINGS LIBRARY - SIGN IN TO THE MEMBERS AREA TO ACCESS IT.

The date of the next Maritime SAR Aviation Panel will be announced soon.

These webinars are for members only.

If you are not an IMRF member and would like to join go to this page.

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Start: 12^th May, 2026 at 10:00am

End: 12^th May, 2026 at 11:15am

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