SEARCH AND RESCUE (SAR) ACTIVITY

Section 1. Whenever any activity is initiated on any overdue aircraft, a record of the various steps of SAR activity (i.e. QALQ, Information Request (INREQ)), Alert Notice (ALNOT)) shall be maintained. Non-automated facilities shall maintain printed copies of all SAR/flight assist actions in a manner consistent with provisions of this Article.

Section 2. On a semi-annual basis, the Employer shall provide each Union Regional Director a listing of all SAR activity within the region. This list shall also include a listing by facility of all flight assists during that time period. This information may be provided by printed documentation or through mutually agreeable electronic technology.

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