How elite US teams tackle combat rescue missions
Air force pararescue units who specialise in CSAR missions are among the most highly trained in the US military.
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Air force pararescue units who specialise in CSAR missions are among the most highly trained in the US military.
An overview of the role of U.S. Air Force pararescue jumpers in Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) operations, especially in scenarios like rescuing pilots shot down in hostile territories.
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