Air Force Pararescuemen (PJ) from the 212th Rescue Squadron prepare to hoist a volunteer medical patient through a hatch during a joint-branch exercise with the Coast Guard at Base Kodiak, Alaska, April 8, 2025. The crew of Coast Guard Cutter Cypress (WLB 210), Coast Guard members from the Rockmore-King Clinic, helicopter aircrews from Coast Guard Air Station Kodiak, and PJ's from the 212th conducted a water operations exercise to prepare for Alaska’s dangerous environment and to remain ready in our mission to maintain maritime safety. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Cameron Snell)