An aircrew from U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Port Angeles hoist a 54-year-old male experiencing stroke like symptoms from the cruise ship Norwegian Bliss near Cape Flattery, WA, May 5, 2025. Air Station Port Angeles is the oldest continuously operating air station in the Coast Guard. (U.S. Coast Guard video courtesy of Air Station Port Angeles)
Chief Warrant Officer Kristopher David McGhee (he really prefers just David) has lived a bright life; lit by the opportunities and experiences of his 32 years in the Coast Guard. He will retire next month after an illustrious and accomplished career.