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    Coast Guard Cutter Steadfast launches the mini-boat Pacific Lotus [Image 4 of 4]

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    A bright orange rigid inflatable boat (RIB) marked with 'US Coast Guard' lettering is underway at speed on open ocean waters. Several crew members in dark uniforms are visible aboard the vessel, which is generating a significant wake. The scene appears to depict an active Coast Guard patrol or response operation in deep blue open-ocean conditions.

    BAJA, MEXICO

    03.02.2018

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    U.S. Coast Guard Northwest

    The mini-boat Pacific Lotus begins its hopeful journey across the Pacific Ocean after being launched by a small-boat crew from the Coast Guard Cutter Steadfast off the coast of Baja, Mexico, March, 2, 2018.

    Five schools from Oregon and five schools from Hachinohe, Japan are participating in a science project that will help the students better understand the ocean, currents, wind and the atmosphere, and additionally participate in a cultural exchange.

    U.S. Coast Guard photo courtesy of Coast Guard Cutter Steadfast.

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    Date Taken: 03.02.2018
    Date Posted: 04.18.2018 14:38
    Photo ID: 4309635
    VIRIN: 180302-G-G0213-1006
    Resolution: 2000x1333
    Size: 1.04 MB
    Location: BAJA, MX
    Hometown: ASTORIA, OREGON, US
    Hometown: BEAVERTON, OREGON, US
    Web Views: 64
    Downloads: 5

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    The image shows crew members aboard a vessel at night working with what appears to be a scientific sampling net or trawl equipment on the ship's deck. At least three personnel are visible, with one wearing an orange life vest/PFD, handling rigging and a triangular white mesh net attached to a frame. The scene appears to be a research or Coast Guard vessel conducting nighttime operations.
    An aerial view of a U.S. Coast Guard rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) numbered 26229 operating in open ocean waters. Several crew members in orange survival suits are aboard the vessel, which appears to be either launching from or returning to a larger Coast Guard cutter. A crew member in a white hard hat and reflective vest is visible on the deck of the parent vessel in the lower right corner.
    A U.S. Coast Guard rigid inflatable boat (RIB) numbered 26229 is underway on open blue ocean waters. Four crew members in uniform and life vests are aboard, with one appearing to hold a marker buoy or signal device. The vessel is equipped with a center console, communications antenna, and what appears to be a mounted weapon system.
    A bright orange rigid inflatable boat (RIB) marked with 'US Coast Guard' lettering is underway at speed on open ocean waters. Several crew members in dark uniforms are visible aboard the vessel, which is generating a significant wake. The scene appears to depict an active Coast Guard patrol or response operation in deep blue open-ocean conditions.

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