Coast Guard HC-130 Hercules aircraft stand ready for deployment in the hanger in Kodiak, Alaska, Aug. 1, 2013. Air Station Kodiak is the largest Coast Guard command in District 17 and the Pacific Area (PACAREA), and has a present complement of HC-130Hs, MH-60 Jayhawk helicopters and MH-65 Dolphin helicopters to execute search and rescue missions, assist mariners in distress, provide medevac transport and conduct other necessary operations. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Auxiliarist Tracey Mertens)