Air Rescue Wing Niigata Detachment (JASDF)
Air Rescue Wing Niigata Detachment | |
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新潟救難隊 | |
![]() Niigata Detachment UH-60J (2012) | |
Country | Japan |
Branch | Japan Air Self-Defense Force |
Part of | Air Rescue Wing |
Garrison/HQ | Niigata Airport |
Motto(s) | That others may live |
Aircraft flown | |
UH-60J, U-125A |
Military unit
The Air Rescue Wing Niigata Detachment (新潟救難隊 (niigata-kyūnan-tai)) is a unit of the Air Rescue Wing of the Japan Air Self-Defense Force. It is also known as the Niigata Air Rescue Squadron. Responsible for airborne search and rescue, it is based at Niigata Airport in Niigata Prefecture.[1] It is equipped with UH-60J and U-125A aircraft.[2][3]
Tail markings
Detachment UH-60J aircraft do not have special markings. JASDF aircraft usually have unit markings on their tail, but U-125A aircraft of the Air Rescue Wing have a marking on their fuselage, usually with a sticker below showing which base they are assigned to.
Aircraft operated
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- UH-60J
- U-125A
References
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