Crew members of Coast Guard Station Port Aransas, Texas, conduct training on the station's new 45-foot response boat-medium Jan. 27, 2009. The RB-M, which will eventually replace the Coast Guard's aging fleet of 41-foot utility boats, is a self-righting, 45-foot aluminum boat with twin diesel engines and water jet propulsion. It includes multiple navigation displays, a wireless crew communication system, an infrared camera, shock mitigating seating, and air conditioning. The RB-M also provides additional safety for the crew. Unlike the 41-foot utility boat, the RB-M has the ability to self-right in the event of a capsize. This feature allows the RB-M to operate in rougher sea conditions. (U.S. Coast Guard photo/ Petty Officer Patrick D. Kelley)
Date Taken: | 01.27.2009 |
Date Posted: | 12.12.2013 00:32 |
Photo ID: | 1089925 |
VIRIN: | 090127-G-#####-0191 |
Resolution: | 2830x1716 |
Size: | 2.8 MB |
Location: | PORT ARANSAS, TX, US |
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