Do Pararescuemen see combat?

PJs participate in search and rescue, combat search and rescue, recovery support for NASA and conduct other operations as appropriate. Pararescuemen are among the most highly trained emergency trauma specialists in the U.S. military.

Has anyone died in pararescue training?

Peter Kraines, 33, a pararescueman with the 24th Special Operations Wing, Hurlburt Field, Florida, died “from injuries sustained in an incident while performing mountain rescue techniques in Boise, Idaho,” Air Force Special Operations Command said Thursday in a release.

How many Pararescuemen are there 2020?

They are attached to other special operations units from all branches to conduct other operations as appropriate. Of the roughly 200 Air Force Cross recipients, only 24 are enlisted rank, of which 12 are Pararescuemen.

How hard is PJ selection?

It’s not easy to join Pararescue. Over 80% of the men who try out for the Air Force’s special operations search and rescue corps don’t make it (women will get their chance soon. More on that below). Depending on how you measure, that might be the highest attrition rate of any job in the military.

Who is the best pararescue jumper in the world?

U.S. Air Force pararescue jumpers — simply referred to as “PJs” — are the best-trained technical rescue medical personnel in the world.

What do Pararescuemen do in the Air Force?

Pararescuemen are trained to provide emergency medical treatment in adverse terrain and conditions in combat or peacetime. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Daniel Hughes/Released)

How many medals of Honor does a pararescue have?

Pararescue. Decorations PJs are the most highly decorated Air Force enlisted force. They’ve been awarded one Medal of Honor, 12 Air Force Crosses, and 105 Silver Stars. Their motto, “These Things We Do, That Others May Live,” affirms Pararescue’s dedication and commitment to saving lives and self-sacrifice.

How many pararescuemans have been killed in Iraq?

As of January 2012, 10 pararescueman have been killed in action and paid the ultimate sacrifice during Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom.