. Radius

. First turn 

. Orientation

. Track space

. Numbers of legs

. Direction of creep

. Minor and major axis 

. Type of search pattern

Some job aids may be available to assist with plotting and recording of details.  These are examples of possible information received from the call-out authority in order to begin the SAR sortie.
 
D.1.c.4.  Clarification of Instructions
 When instructions are received that are not completely understood, clarification should be requested.
 
D.1.d.  Operating in or near Controlled Airspace
 When operating in or near controlled airspace, ATC should be notified that an operation is in progress.  They should be informed of the search and the area expected to be covered.  ATC may request a transponder squawk of 1277, which is the general SAR code.  When on an actual, ordered SAR, the Auxiliary aircraft call sign used for ATC communications may be “Coast Guard AUXAIR RESCUE (tail number).”
 
D.2.  Crew Briefing 
 Ample time should be allowed before takeoff for the crew briefing.  The briefing is especially important for SAR prosecution, since, to the extent known, the briefing should cover details of the search and target along with standard briefing information.  This briefing should cover items such as:
. Review of the Risk Assessment Matrix.

. Area of operation.

. Pilot/crew responsibilities including the specifically-assigned areas for each crewmember to search.

. Emergency procedures including ditching.

. Forced landing and emergency egress procedures.

. Emergency equipment usage.

. CRM issues.

The search aspect of the brief should include the CSP, the type of search pattern to fly, and a full description of what to look for.  Other pertinent information includes details, such as:
. Search patterns including: *
Track length (if applicable)
*
 Sweep width
*
Creep direction (major and minor axis)
*
 Corner points if applicable
*
Number of legs to fly
*
 End point
*
 Track space
*
 First turn direction
*
Orientation (true or magnetic)

. Altitudes to be flown at various points in the search.

. Communication frequencies to be used and call signs of units to be contacted.  It is important to know what other units, surface vessels, helicopters, etc., are involved, and the altitudes, separation requirements, and communications protocol.

. Location of other units involved in the search and traffic.

 
 
Section E. Types of Distress

 
Introduction
 A distressed vessel may involve a large vessel still afloat but in need of assistance.  Large vessels are good visual and radar targets and often are able to provide an accurate fix by radio.  A drifting, disabled vessel is more difficult to detect than one underway, since its wake may not be visible.  Small surface vessels may prove difficult to detect by either visual or electronic means especially under adverse conditions.  Search aircraft in many instances have flown directly overhead small vessels without making visual contact.
　
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