The Air and Marine Operations (AMO) division of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) posted a series of updates on its official X account, highlighting recent operational achievements, recruitment efforts, and enforcement actions.
On April 12, CBP AMO shared a brief congratulatory message: "Bravo Zulu! https://t.co/BeIiI38agC".
The following day, the agency promoted job opportunities for pilots in its ranks. On April 13, it posted: "Ready to join our team as a Air Interdiction Agent? Apply today! https://t.co/fa31qrRFww
Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours; see Required Documents regarding the Flight Hour https://t.co/y0b4naFWGW". The message outlines that applicants must have at least 1,500 flight hours to qualify as pilots, though up to 500 hours may be waived under certain conditions.
Later that same day, CBP AMO reported an enforcement action off the California coast. The post stated: "San Diego Marine Unit Foils Illegal Entry Attempt at Sea!
On April 11, Marine Interdiction Agents aboard a Coastal Interceptor Vessel intercepted a 24-foot boat off the coast of California. The interdiction resulted in the apprehension of eight Mexican nationals attempting to https://t.co/DEBgLn7u8G".
Air and Marine Operations is a branch within U.S. Customs and Border Protection responsible for providing air and maritime law enforcement support along U.S. borders and coastal regions. The unit frequently conducts patrols and interdictions to prevent illegal activities such as unauthorized border crossings and smuggling by sea or air.
