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    USCGC Midgett conducts flight operations [Image 1 of 4]

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    The image shows U.S. Navy personnel on the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. The foreground sailor is wearing blue coveralls, a blue float coat/life preserver, a blue helmet with goggles, and hearing protection ear muffs. A second sailor in the background wears a yellow vest labeled 'WIDGETT' and a red-striped helmet, indicating a specific flight deck role.

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    04.30.2026

    Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Jennifer Nilson 

    U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

    U.S. Coast Guard Seaman Mitchel Schaffer, a tie-down member assigned to Legend-class cutter USCGC Midgett (WMSL 757), quickly walks on deck during flight operations in the South China Sea, April 30, 2026. Midgett is forward-deployed and assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest DESRON and U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. U.S. 7th Fleet, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer 3rd Class Jennifer Nilson)

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    Date Taken: 04.30.2026
    Date Posted: 07.27.2026 19:34
    Photo ID: 9830805
    VIRIN: 260430-G-PA286-1006
    Resolution: 1536x2048
    Size: 818.69 KB
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    The image shows U.S. Navy personnel on the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. The foreground sailor is wearing blue coveralls, a blue float coat/life preserver, a blue helmet with goggles, and hearing protection ear muffs. A second sailor in the background wears a yellow vest labeled 'WIDGETT' and a red-striped helmet, indicating a specific flight deck role.
    A red helicopter, consistent with a U.S. Coast Guard MH-65 Dolphin, is landed on the flight deck of a naval vessel at sea. Several personnel in specialized gear are working around the aircraft, with one individual appearing to be on a stretcher or litter, suggesting a medical evacuation or rescue operation. The rotor blades are spinning, indicating the helicopter is active.
    Two military personnel are standing on what appears to be a naval vessel deck with open ocean visible in the background. Both individuals are wearing yellow safety vests, protective goggles, helmets with communication headsets, and microphones, indicating they are engaged in flight deck or maritime operations. The image was likely taken during dawn or dusk based on the soft lighting conditions.
    Three naval personnel in blue flight deck jerseys are kneeling on what appears to be a ship's flight deck or helicopter landing pad at dusk or dawn. They are equipped with cranial helmets, ear protection, and goggles, indicating active flight deck operations. Each person is holding or positioned near tie-down straps and equipment bags used for securing aircraft.

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