USCG Air Station Borinquen

U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Borinquen was established in November 1971 at Rafael Hernández Airport, Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, taking over from the former Coast Guard Air Detachment at San Juan. The unit’s primary missions include search and rescue, law enforcement, and homeland security operations throughout the Caribbean region. Over the decades, Air Station Borinquen has played a vital role in responding to maritime emergencies, interdicting illegal drug trafficking, and supporting disaster relief efforts. With a fleet of MH-60T Jayhawk helicopters, it continues to serve as a critical hub for Coast Guard operations in the region.