We were invited along to check out a dramatic search and rescue demonstration by Maritime NZ in Auckland Harbour
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A dramatic search and rescue demonstration took place on Auckland Harbour, involving a US Coast Guard plane and a rescue helicopter winching people from the water and flares.
“We’re demonstrating methods used in real rescues,” said Rescue Coordination Centre New Zealand manager Mike Hill. “Aucklanders had a rare opportunity to see a US Coast Guard Hercules in action.”
This was the first time in over 20 years that a US Coast Guard aircraft has visited New Zealand.
Video: Justin Bennett