Rescue at Sea

[TheSkipper]

Below is one of my photos of a daring rescue from on board the Azamara Quest. Chopper lifted female stroke victim following a 500 mile trip from Azores to the ship. They made the same trip the night before, but due to choppy seas were unable to complete the rescue at that time. Last report we had was that she was "stable" in hospital in Portugal where she was sent via jet after the chopper landed in the Azores.

[sailinglisa]

What a fantastic photo!!!!!! I am so glad there are men and women who choose to serve their countries and others and participate in these medical evacuations at sea. They have undoubtedly saved many lives over the years.

[JoeyandDavid]

WoW!!

[rogue]

That's a terrific shot.

[deb1220]

What a great shot!! It's amazing what those people do and I'm glad they do it!!!

[TheSkipper]

The picture is just because we were in the right place at the right time. We had just been seated for dinner in the Aqualina specialty restaurant when the final moments of the rescue unfolded right in front of the window where we sitting. Had my camera sitting on the table when I looked up and saw what you are now seeing in the photo. I got several shots before the chopper raced back toward the Azores Islands. Last report on the ladie's condition came from our Cruise Director in a private conversation. He also told me her daughter and son-in-law had flown to Portugal from the Azores to be with her.

This is the second time we have seen and photographed a rescue at sea. Last time was aboard an RCI ship out of San Diego. On the first full day at sea the ship turned back toward San Diego to meet a Coast Guard chopper who airlifted a male heart attack victim.

I also have the greatest admiration for the men and women who devote themselves to safety at sea. God bless them all.

[sailingrose]

I've unfortunately seen several of these rescues. Hope that the woman is doing well. Bless those who risk their lives to save others.

[DebbieandJerry]

"I also have the greatest admiration for the men and women who devote themselves to safety at sea. God bless them all." Have to agree with that statement. We just don't know how lucky we are ...

[lashl]

Ed....Great picture. Those guys do a terrific job no matter what military they are in. It is not an easy task to hover one of those monsters but they do an exceptional job. That crewman going up with the strecher has to have alot of faith in those piolts.