Crew and cadets prepare US Coast Guard Cutter Eagle for paint

FLORIDA, UNITED STATES

05.18.2026

Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Keira Shantry 

U.S. Coast Guard Atlantic Area

U.S. Coast Guard Academy cadets and Cutter Eagle (WIX 327) crew prep the ship for painting off the coast of the Florida Keys, May 18, 2026. Cadets worked together to sand the wood, so it was ready to paint. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Keira Shantry)

• Date Taken: 05.18.2026
• Date Posted: 05.19.2026 15:52
• Photo ID: 9693494
• VIRIN: 260518-G-KK706-1112
• Resolution: 7184x4789
• Size: 5.81 MB
• Location: FLORIDA, US