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    U.S. Coast Guard Personal Watercraft Operators train in San Diego [Image 9 of 15]

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    A person wearing a black wetsuit and helmet is riding a dark-colored jet ski on open water, generating a large spray of white water around the craft. The rider appears to be executing an aggressive maneuver or navigating through waves at speed. The background shows a calm sea horizon with a faint shoreline or cityscape visible in the distance.

    SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES

    05.08.2026

    Photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Gabriel Wisdom 

    U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters     

    U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer 1st Class Austin Ladner, a maritime enforcement specialist, maneuvers his personal watercraft during a pursuit exercise near San Diego on May 8, 2026. Ladner was one of the first qualified Coast Guard PWC operators and instructors; he initially trained with qualified U.S. Border Patrol personnel. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Gabriel Wisdom)

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    Date Taken: 05.08.2026
    Date Posted: 07.29.2026 09:43
    Photo ID: 9835072
    VIRIN: 260508-G-JO805-4928
    Resolution: 6949x4633
    Size: 3.82 MB
    Location: SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, US
    Web Views: 26
    Downloads: 2

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    A person is riding a black personal watercraft (jet ski) at high speed across a body of water under overcast, gray skies. The rider is wearing a dark wetsuit and a black helmet, generating a large white spray wake behind the craft. A tree-lined shoreline with scattered structures is visible in the blurred background.
    A person wearing a helmet with mounted equipment and a dark hoodie stands on or beside a personal watercraft (jet ski) at night on open water. Green navigation lights are visible on the watercraft, and a brightly lit coastal cityscape with bokeh lighting appears in the background. The scene suggests a nighttime water operation, possibly rescue, patrol, or a sporting event.
    Two riders on black jet skis are navigating open ocean waters at speed, generating significant spray and wake. Both riders are wearing dark wetsuits and helmets, suggesting a professional or safety-conscious outing. A coastal cityscape is faintly visible in the hazy background.
    A black Yamaha WaveRunner 40th Anniversary edition personal watercraft bearing U.S. Coast Guard markings is shown resting on or near a shoreline. The jet ski is mounted on or alongside an inflatable black rubber boat/pontoon. The image is taken at close range, revealing detailed branding, seat configuration, and equipment straps.
    A maritime operation scene showing three personal watercraft (jet skis) moving at high speed across open ocean water, accompanied by a helicopter overhead. The helicopter displays orange and white markings consistent with U.S. Coast Guard livery. The image appears to capture a coordinated multi-asset maritime exercise or patrol operation at dusk or dawn.
    Two jet ski riders are navigating open water at night, with navigation lights (red, green, and white) illuminating their crafts. A coastal city skyline with scattered lights is visible in the background. The foreground rider is in sharp focus while the second rider is slightly further back and less distinct.
    A person is riding a jet ski at night on calm water, illuminated by a bright green light mounted on the watercraft. City lights are visible in the background along the horizon, reflecting on the water's surface. The scene captures dynamic motion with water spray visible behind the jet ski.
    Two personal watercraft (jet skis) are operating on a body of water at dusk or nighttime, equipped with colored LED lights — red on the foreground craft and blue on the background craft. A lit urban skyline featuring multiple high-rise buildings is visible in the background across the water. The scene suggests a recreational or organized nighttime jet ski event.
    A person wearing a black wetsuit and helmet is riding a dark-colored jet ski on open water, generating a large spray of white water around the craft. The rider appears to be executing an aggressive maneuver or navigating through waves at speed. The background shows a calm sea horizon with a faint shoreline or cityscape visible in the distance.
    A smiling adult male is standing outdoors wearing a black wetsuit and a black impact/buoyancy vest over it. He is holding a black water sports helmet and wearing dark sunglasses and a smartwatch. The setting appears to be a coastal or waterfront area, suggesting preparation for a water sport activity.
    Two individuals are riding jet skis through choppy ocean waters in hazy or misty conditions. The foreground rider wears a black helmet and dark long-sleeve shirt, operating a dark-colored jet ski with visible branding reading 'P2PRESCUE.COM'. A second rider is visible in the background, slightly out of focus, with a coastal skyline faintly visible on the horizon.
    A man wearing a black full-body wetsuit is standing near a waterfront, with both hands raised to his head. He has dark wavy hair and a mustache, and appears to be posing or adjusting his hair. The background shows a body of water, a wooden dock or pier, and some trees in soft focus.
    Three jet skis are racing or riding in formation across open water in front of a large beachfront resort hotel. The iconic white building with red roofs in the background appears to be the Hotel del Coronado in Coronado, California. The scene is captured at dusk or overcast conditions, with a sandy beach and palm trees visible between the water and the hotel.
    A man wearing a black wetsuit with visible lettering and a black helmet is seated on a personal watercraft on open water. He is smiling and shaking hands with a person in military camouflage (MultiCam pattern) clothing in the foreground. The scene appears to depict a greeting or congratulatory exchange in a maritime environment.
    A person is riding a jet ski at high speed on open water, generating large white water spray. The rider is dressed in all-black gear including a helmet, jacket, and pants, and is in a standing/crouching position on the watercraft. Buildings and shoreline are visible in the blurred background, suggesting a coastal or bay location.

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