Capt. Shawn Koch (right) salutes and offers his relief as commanding officer of Coast Guard Air Station Miami to Capt. Michael Platt (left) during a change of command ceremony Thursday, June 20, 2019 as Rear Adm. Eric Jones, commander Coast Guard 7th District, presides over the change of command. The change-of-command ceremony is a time-honored tradition. It represents a total transfer of responsibility, authority and accountability from one individual to another. The event ensures the continuity of leadership and operations within the district's area of responsibility. U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Jonathan Lally