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International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue Manual
The International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) Manual is a manual for organization and operation of maritime and aviation search and rescue. The IAMSAR Handbook is jointly published by two UN agencies: * International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) * International Maritime Organization (IMO) It contains guidelines for Search and Rescue in terms of shipping and aviation.
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