Helicopter Interdiction Tactial Squadron (HITRON) flight crew depart the Coast Guard Cutter Active (WMEC 618) during night flight operations in the Eastern Pacific Ocean, Feb. 26, 2023. Flights after dark provide valuable training opportunities for cutter and flight crews to maintain proficiencies while maintaining presence during patrols. ( Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Justin Upshaw).

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Keywords: 618, active, cg, eastpac, jiatf-, sea, wmec