Aeronautical search and rescue (ASAR) in the land area of the republic of Poland

The article presents some aspects of functioning of the SAR system in the land area of the Republic of Poland. It describes those who are responsible for conducting the operation depending on the location and type of event. The characteristic of the SAR system includes legal and structural aspects, procedures and technical equipment which are essential components of the whole body. The final section contains some conclusions of the SAR system functionality as well as forecasts of its reorganization in the context of changes in the aviation law and legal documents.