Medal of Bravery
- Awarded on: November 26, 2009
- Invested on: October 22, 2010
Steve Blake, M.B.
Dale Brady, M.B.,*
Medal of Bravery
On June 8, 2008, pilot Dale Brady and search and rescue technician Steve Blake rescued two climbers who had been missing for nearly three weeks, on Mount Robson, British Columbia. Despite challenging flying conditions related to the high elevation and winds, Mr. Brady angled the helicopter towards the mountain to allow Mr. Blake to reach the climbers. Severe winds caused the helicopter to drop several feet, making the rescue nearly impossible; however, dangling from his precarious position, Mr. Blake managed to secure the victims into the rescue sling. Mr. Brady then landed the helicopter at a location where the victims could be transferred to an ambulance.
* This is the second Decoration for Bravery awarded to Mr. Brady.