U.S. Coast Guard Maritime Security Response Team-West conducts fast rope training in San Diego

SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

01.08.2026

Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Christopher Sappey 

U.S. Coast Guard PADET San Diego

A U.S. Coast Guard Maritime Security Response Team West (MSRT-W) member fast ropes from a MH-60 Jayhawk helicopter at Air Station San Diego, Jan. 8, 2026. Fast roping is an essential insertion skill for MSRT units to conduct high-risk boardings at sea. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Chris Sappey)

• Date Taken: 01.08.2026
• Date Posted: 01.22.2026 12:46
• Photo ID: 9487873
• VIRIN: 260108-G-FF318-1108
• Resolution: 5116x6822
• Size: 3.44 MB
• Location: SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, US