USCG Station Clearwater

USCG Station Clearwater, located in Clearwater, Florida, was established in 1977 to address the growing need for maritime safety and law enforcement in the Gulf of Mexico and surrounding waters. As one of the largest Coast Guard air stations in the United States, it plays a crucial role in search and rescue (SAR), migrant interdiction, and counter-narcotics operations. The station operates a fleet of HC-130 Hercules aircraft and MH-60 Jayhawk helicopters, providing rapid response capabilities along Florida’s west coast and the Caribbean. Over the decades, USCG Station Clearwater has earned recognition for its lifesaving missions and vital contributions to homeland security.