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Rescue Operation of Sailor with Super Puma Helicopter in Crete

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The Hellenic Air Force conducted a medical evacuation of a sailor from a freighter.
The operation took place 40 nautical miles south of Gavdos island.
A video of the successful mission was released, showing the Super Puma helicopter in action.
The patient was transported to Chania General Hospital for medical care.
The Air Force carried out four medical evacuations in total that day, including two for infants.

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On June 16, 2026, the Hellenic Air Force conducted a medical evacuation operation involving a Super Puma helicopter, which was tasked to rescue a foreign sailor suffering from a serious medical condition. The operation took place approximately 40 nautical miles south of Gavdos, where the sailor was aboard the cargo ship "Great W".

The airlift was coordinated by the Coast Guard and the National Emergency Ambulance Service (EKAB), ensuring rapid response to the critical situation. The patient was successfully transported to Chania General Hospital, where they received necessary medical care. Footage of the dramatic rescue was released by the Hellenic Air Force, showcasing the helicopter's capabilities and the operation's urgency.

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A patient was airlifted from a ship near Gavdos by a Super Puma helicopter.

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