Description
Coast Guard Cutter Flying Fish is an 87-foot Coastal Patrol Boat homeported in Boston with a crew of 11.
During 2015, Flying Fish steamed more than 4,600 miles executing at-sea law enforcement boardings, escorting liquefied natural gas carriers, assisting in search and rescue cases, and providing coastal security.
The Flying Fish crew played a vital security role during the Tsarnaev Boston Marathon bombing trial proceedings by providing more than 120 hours of maritime security patrols at the Moakley Courthouse waterfront, and was instrumental in developing a comprehensive, tactical plan to improve living marine resource enforcement in the Northeast.
Flying Fish crew was also recognized for their community involvement with the Read Across America initiative and Habitat for Humanity.
Each coin measures 1 3/4 inch (44mm) in diameter.
