378-foot High Endurance Cutter

The 378-foot High Endurance Cutter is a large U.S. Coast Guard vessel designed for extended missions at sea. Its size and advanced equipment enable it to perform maritime security, search and rescue, and environmental protection for weeks without needing to dock. It features powerful engines, capable of long patrols across vast ocean areas, and is equipped with sophisticated navigation and communication systems. The cutter’s size allows it to carry a crew and support smaller boats, aircraft, and specialized gear, ensuring versatile, sustained operations to safeguard the nation’s maritime interests.