Dunker 101

Morehead State University ROTC got to go and participate in Dunker training or Survival Egress Training which prepares the Soldier for escape from a downed helicopter within the water. This training provides the Soldiers with the necessary skills to quickly and calmly escape a sinking helicopter in both visible and dark environments. This training better trains a prepares Soldiers and makes them aware of the challenges they may face over open waters. There are several events that happen during dunker training. The practice Egress, the actual egress during day, the night time egress, raft use, rescue floaties, helicopter escape, and turbulent weather training. This Army training is available at Fort Campbell Kentucky.