Coast Guard Helicopter Interdiction Tactical Squadron conducts training with Coast Guard Cutter Bear

CARIBBEAN SEA

04.21.2026

Courtesy Photo

U.S. Coast Guard Southeast     

An MH-65E Dolphin helicopter from the Coast Guard Helicopter Interdiction Tactical Squadron conducts airborne use of force training in the Caribbean Sea, Apr. 21, 2026. The HITRON aviation detachment was embarked aboard Coast Guard Cutter Bear (WMEC 901) and assisted in disabling drug smuggling vessels as part of Operation Pacific Viper. (U.S. Coast Guard photo)

• Date Taken: 04.21.2026
• Date Posted: 06.28.2026 11:17
• Photo ID: 9778505
• VIRIN: 260421-G-G0107-1004
• Resolution: 3178x1788
• Size: 808.44 KB
• Location: CARIBBEAN SEA