Coast Guard Cutter Bear returns home following a counter-narcotic patrol in the Eastern Pacific Ocean [Image 2 of 5]

CARIBBEAN SEA

04.27.2026

Courtesy Photo

U.S. Coast Guard Atlantic Area

U.S. Coast Guard Lt. jg Joseph Martin, a landing signals officer aboard the Coast Guard Cutter Bear (WMEC 901), conducts flight operations with an embarked Helicopter Interdiction Tactical Squadron (HITRON) MH-65 Dolphin helicopter in the Southern Caribbean Sea, April 27, 2026. Martin stood watch as the LSO to safely guide the helicopter pilot during launch and recovery evolutions. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 1st Class Kimberly Treece)

• Date Taken: 04.27.2026
• Date Posted: 07.02.2026 09:21
• Photo ID: 9786444
• VIRIN: 260427-G-G0100-1004
• Resolution: 6000x4000
• Size: 4.06 MB
• Location: CARIBBEAN SEA