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Careers That Save Lives: Search and Rescue Pilot (Careers That Save Lives)
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Careers That Save Lives: Search and Rescue Pilot
Author: Louise SpilsburyPublisher: Franklin Watts LtdCategory: Languages, German
Age Group: 12-17Book Format: Hardcover
Discover the heroic work of search and rescue pilots in this book. It explores how brave men and women begin a career in search and rescue, the skills they need to carry out their job, the types of planes they fly and the equipment they use to save lives and the risks and rewards of their life-saving work. The book includes advice for children who wish to be a search and rescue pilot, and explores whether they are likely to be suited to the job.What are the careers that make a difference to other people and improve or save their lives? Careers That Save Lives explores the world of jobs that save or change lives, offering readers an in-depth look at these worthwhile and fulfilling roles. The series invites children to consider why each job is so important and what characteristics people might need to carry it out. An interesting and reflective career series for children aged 9+.
Table Of Contents
1: Rescuing People 1: Heroes in the Sky
1: A Typical Day
1: In the Helicopter
1: The Crew
1: Search Missions
1: Sea Rescue
1: Rig Rescues
1: Mountain Manoeuvres
1: Night Rescues
1: Combat Zones
1: Risks and Rewards
1: Could You Have a Career as a Search and Rescue Pilot?
1: Glossary
1: Further Reading and Websites
1: Index
About Louise Spilsbury
Louise Spilsbury is a prolific children's book author. She has written titles on almost every subject, from science and geography through to world affairs, social issues, art, history, and literacy. Louise is married to the author Richard Spilsbury and has two children. She lives and works in Devon.GTIN: 9781445145112
Reference ID: 2355078