The Blue Lights GB - Rules

[Old Wombat]

Hmmm, I had a build earmarked for this GB, but now I am not certain if it qualifies: private venture aircraft, used for transport but also employed in firefighting/observation, based on a real world case in Canada (Buffalo Airways). Would it be eligible? 

Possibly, Dizz. Depends on the markings.

[Dizzyfugu]

Well, a bright hi-viz livery, but not obviously a rescue theme.

[Old Wombat]

I shall try to speak to my Esteemed Colleague & one of us will get back to you.

[Dizzyfugu]

I'll send a PM with a reference pic of the inspiring original aircraft, that will make an assessment easier. 

[Dizzyfugu]

Thanks a lot for the quick feedback! 

[nighthunter]

US Coast Guard allowed? As my former service is all of the above? Lol!

[Old Wombat]

US Coast Guard allowed? As my former service is all of the above? Lol!

Outside of wartime the USCG is considered a form of paramilitary Border Police, rather than a military force, so; Yes.

[Nick]

I assume that fire fighting machines like these are pre-approved: https://www.sbcfire.com/links/2414-types-of-fixed-wing-aircraft-and-helicopters/resources/8941-kaman-k-max

After seeing the very interesting decals on Chronics' posting I want to know if you're allowing any law enforcement units. The list is endless but things like these:

US Marshals
National Parks Service, US Park Rangers, US Forest Service  https://www.nps.gov/subjects/partnerships/services-and-supplies.htm
Some really odd ones like the Smithsonian or  https://www.police1.com/evergreen/articles/7-unusual-police-agencies-youve-probably-never-heard-of-SBrKlxP41YYpoE6r/

It's not just the US, we have had some odd ones in the UK too: Aberdare Canal Police, Ffestiniog Railway Police, Royal Parks Constabulary etc https://british-police-history.uk/cgi-bin/index.cgi

[Mossie]

York Minster has it's own Police
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/York_Minster_Police

There are four remaining Cathedral Constabulary's in the UK and are distinct from the Home Office forces.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cathedral_constable

[Old Wombat]

Yes, Nick & Mossie, those all clearly fall within the scope of this GB.

[buzzbomb]

York Minster has it's own Police
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/York_Minster_Police
There are four remaining Cathedral Constabulary's in the UK and are distinct from the Home Office forces.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cathedral_constable

Actually quite an interesting piece of info, never paid attention when visiting those places.

Alternative Ecclesiastical Enforcement ?

[tigercat]

Yeoman Warder special constable 

Vatican Fireman

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corps_of_Firefighters_of_the_Vatican_City_State

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corps_of_Gendarmerie_of_Vatican_City

[zenrat]

York Minster has it's own Police
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/York_Minster_Police
There are four remaining Cathedral Constabulary's in the UK and are distinct from the Home Office forces.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cathedral_constable

Actually quite an interesting piece of info, never paid attention when visiting those places.

Alternative Ecclesiastical Enforcement ?

You'd need a vehicle of Spanish origin.  A Seat van with an appropriate colour scheme and flashing lights?  Electric powered so it was silent so no-one could hear it coming (they would be expecting it otherwise...).

[Old Wombat]

Hmmm? Does "The Spanish Inquisition" classify as an Emergency Service?

[buzzbomb]

Hmmm? Does "The Spanish Inquisition" classify as an Emergency Service?

Well no one expects it 

Sorry, I diverged off the matter at hand of getting this interesting GB up and running