USCG Air Station San Diego

U.S. Coast Guard Air Station San Diego was established in 1937 to provide aerial support for maritime law enforcement, search and rescue, and environmental protection missions along the Southern California coastline and the Pacific Ocean. During World War II, the unit played a critical role in coastal defense and anti-submarine patrols in conjunction with the U.S. Navy. Over the decades, Air Station San Diego has operated a variety of aircraft, most notably helicopters like the MH-60 Jayhawk, to respond quickly to emergencies at sea. Today, the Air Station remains a vital component of the Coast Guard’s mission, supporting homeland security, migrant interdiction, and disaster response operations throughout the region.