Crewmembers assigned to the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Active (WMEC 618) prepare to release helicopter tiedowns in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, Feb. 26, 2023. Flight deck operations is a collateral duty held by crew who are responsible for receiving and dispatching the helicopter off and on the flight deck, in addition to refueling and performing deck safety checks. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Justin Upshaw).