CSAR-dedicated assets

CSAR-dedicated assets

Those aircraft, vehicles, maritime craft, and assigned personnel with a primary designed operational capability and Service- or component-designated mission of conducting or directly supporting combat search and rescue (CSAR) operations. Dedicated assets and assigned personnel are specifically trained, equipped, and employed to recover isolated personnel or provide direct support to assets conducting CSAR operations. "CSAR-capable" assets specifically tasked to conduct CSAR operations by a joint force commander or other appropriate authority are included in this category.
Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms. US Department of Defense 2005.