Coast Guard MH-65 Dolphin helicopters stand ready for deployment in the hangar 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-60Ts, MH-65Ds 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)