21-Oct-2016 Source: HeliHub.com
Orange County Sheriff’s Office is happy to receive their new Bell 206, named “Chase 3.” The new helicopter has an enhanced communications systems, cameras and better tracking abilities.
Chase 3 is able to find LoJack or the beacon of a downed aircraft. Even civilians such as an Alzheimer’s patient who is wearing a radio beacon can be found. SAR isn’t the only avenue the Chase 3 will go down. It will be used for policing and even assisting firefighters with brush fires, reports News 965.