SPECIAL TASK UNIT CONDUCTS HELICOPTER RAPPELLING

The second batch of the Ghana Air Force Special Task Unit recently embarked on a helicopter rappelling exercise. The aim of this exercise was to enhance their confidence and to equip them with the necessary skills to conduct mission-critical operations by swiftly inserting onto enemy objectives. 

 

 

This forms an integral part of their preparation for the challenging missions that lay ahead. Under the watchful eye of experienced instructors, the trainees were taken through the intricacies of safely rappelling from helicopters, mastering techniques that require immense focus, agility and coordination.  

 

 

As they bravely descended from the aircraft, they sharpened their skills in landing accurately and swiftly, simulating the swift insertion onto enemy objectives.

 

 

 

Though it pushed the trainees beyond their comfort zones, testing their mental and physical abilities, the successful completion of this helicopter rappelling exercise signifies a major milestone for the trainees as they prepare to execute their missions with utmost professionalism and effectiveness.