Katie-Ann Vessel Reviews and Specifications

In a dramatic rescue operation, a crew from the Coast Guard Air Station Kodiak used an MH-65 Dolphin helicopter to medevac a fisherman suffering from intestinal bleeding aboard the fishing vessel 'Katie Ann.' This incident occurred over 110 miles northwest of Cold Bay on April 25, 2013. The urgency was communicated to the Coast Guard 17th District Command Center by a distress call at 2:28 p.m., prompting immediate action for medical assistance. To expedite the evacuation, the Coast Guard Cutter 'Rush,' stationed in Honolulu, was redirected toward the fishing vessel, minimizing the flight distance for the helicopter. Upon arrival at the scene, the helicopter crew successfully hoisted the 52-year-old crewmember and transported him to Cold Bay. There, he was handed over to commercial medical services for further transport to Anchorage, where he could receive additional medical attention. At the time of his transfer in Cold Bay, the fisherman was reported to be in stable condition, a testament to the swift and coordinated efforts of the Coast Guard personnel involved in the rescue.