US Coast Guard Commissions 56th Fast Response Cutter (FRC), The 1st to be Stationed in the Pacific Northwest

US Coast Guard Commissions 56th Fast Response Cutter (FRC), The First to be Stationed in the Pacific Northwest

The U.S. Coast Guard commissioned its 56th Fast Response Cutter (FRC), the David Duren, in a ceremony in Astoria, Oregon.

Named after Master Chief Petty Officer David Duren, the cutter officially joins the fleet, marking a significant milestone in the Coast Guard's history.

David Duren participated in 250 search and rescue operations in a single year and earned numerous medals for his heroism.

The Sentinel-class FRC is designed for search and rescue, coastal security, drug interdiction, and more.

Equipped with advanced systems for command, control, and surveillance, the David Duren offers over-the-horizon deployment and improved seakeeping.