Air Station San Francisco

Air Station San Francisco, established in 1941, is a United States Coast Guard unit strategically located at San Francisco International Airport. Originally commissioned to provide search and rescue coverage along the Pacific coast during World War II, the air station has continually evolved in its mission and equipment. Over the decades, its crews have operated various aircraft, including amphibious planes and helicopters, conducting search and rescue, law enforcement, environmental protection, and disaster response operations. Today, Air Station San Francisco remains a critical hub for Coast Guard aviation on the West Coast, maintaining readiness to respond to maritime emergencies throughout Northern California and beyond.