USCG Air Station Houston

U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Houston was commissioned in 1963 at Ellington Field, Texas, to provide aerial search and rescue (SAR) support for the Gulf Coast region. Initially equipped with HH-52A Seaguard helicopters, the unit has upgraded over time to modern MH-65 Dolphin helicopters, enhancing its operational capabilities. The Air Station plays a vital role in maritime law enforcement, disaster response, and environmental protection missions along the Texas coastline. Over the decades, USCG Air Station Houston has earned distinction for its critical life-saving operations during hurricanes, offshore emergencies, and major regional disasters.