CGA cadets train in celestial navigation aboard USCGC Eagle [Image 3 of 5]

UNITED STATES

07.16.2026

Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Ashly Murphy 

U.S. Coast Guard Atlantic Area

U.S. Coast Guard Academy Cadet Kendra Hiigel, right, uses a sextant while Cadet Emily Pawlak maintains a safety hold aboard the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Eagle (WIX 327) while the cutter transits the Atlantic Ocean, July 15, 2026. Eagle is the Coast Guard's sail training ship, where cadets and crew train in traditional seamanship skills, including celestial navigation using a sextant. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Ashly Murphy)

• Date Taken: 07.16.2026
• Date Posted: 07.20.2026 08:36
• Photo ID: 9817301
• VIRIN: 260716-G-GX036-1003
• Resolution: 6534x4356
• Size: 5.11 MB
• Location: US