Discover the Kutsi-Ilhan: Ratings & Maritime News

On March 18, 2019, a critical medical situation unfolded when the master of the offshore supply vessel 'FS Carrick' required urgent medevac assistance. The incident occurred at approximately 10 a.m. in coordinates 052 28 48.0 N, 001 56 54.0 E, positioned about 6.5 miles east of Lowestoft. The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) promptly deployed the lifeboat 'Patsy Knight' at 10:15 a.m. to the distressed vessel. A Coastguard rescue helicopter from Humber, equipped with a paramedic, was also dispatched to handle the emergency. Upon arrival, two crew members from the 'Patsy Knight' boarded the 'FS Carrick' to evaluate the medical needs of the master. They provided immediate care, administering oxygen before a paramedic was lowered onto the vessel from the helicopter. After assessing the situation, it was determined that the master would require airlifting. He was subsequently airlifted to James Paget University Hospital in Gorleston for further medical attention. At the time of the incident, the 'FS Carrick' was on its way to Great Yarmouth for a scheduled crew change to pick up a relief captain. For more detailed information and photos from the incident, visit: https://www.lowestoftjournal.co.uk/news/man-airlifted-to-hospital-from-ship-1-5944112.