In the Navy it takes about 2 years. Helicopter pilots are trained in SAR because they fly plane guard during flight ops on aircraft carriers. Note: The Navy trains all Coast Guard pilots.
Coast guards best but navy is just as good. I think it takes about 2 years. Helicopter at least.
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