Danger Zone 4 is always closed. 

During launches, Vessel Safety Areas are strictly prohibited zones that drive the closure of most danger zones, except for Danger Zone #4. When a VSA is in effect, you'll notice more danger zones closed. While other areas outside the VSA, known as Vessel Hazard Areas, remain open for fishing, mariners should be aware of potential risks when entering these zones.

Although fishing is permitted in VHAs, it's crucial for mariners to understand the associated risks. Remember, the Frontier Control team is available on channels 6 and 16 to answer questions and offer help throughout the launch process.


SURFACE VESSELS ARE STRONGLY ADVISED TO AVOID THE AREA(S) BELOW DEFINED DURING SPECIFIED DATES / TIMES.

DURING OPERATIONS, FRONTIER CONTROL WILL BE MANAGING HAZARDOUS AREA SURFACE TRAFFIC ON VHF MARINE BAND CHANNEL 16 AND CHANNEL 6.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT 2 ROPS/DOS VIA TELEPHONE AT COMMERCIAL 805-606-8825 OR DSN 276-8825, OR EMAIL: 2ROPS.DOS@US.AF.MIL. LEAVE A MESSAGE ON THE ANSWERING MACHINE DURING NON-DUTY HOURS. OFFICE HOURS ARE 1400-2300Z OFFICE HOURS ARE 1400-2300Z DAILY MONDAY - FRIDAY.  THE OFFICE IS ALSO MANNED DURING LAUNCH OPERATIONS. 


 

BROADCAST NOTICE TO MARINERS (BROADCAST NO. 2513) 

HAZARDOUS OPERATIONS WILL BE CONDUCTED DURING THE FOLLOWING:
DATES/TIMES/MONTH/YEAR----OP NUMBER W0185
131230Z DEC TO 131616Z DEC 2025---- DO 2513 (PRIMARY)

HAZARD AREAS 
36-51N - 125-00W
36-53N - 124-47W
36-53N - 124-45W
35-56N - 124-10W
34-58N - 123-46W
32-41N - 122-45W
31-08N - 122-07W
31-03N - 122-23W
31-42N – 122-45W
33-43N – 123-50W
36-09N – 124-53W
36-43N – 125-11W
36-51N - 125-00W (CLOSING THE FIRST POINT)

BROADCAST NOTICE TO MARINERS (BROADCAST NO. 2512)

HAZARDOUS OPERATIONS WILL BE CONDUCTED DURING THE FOLLOWING:
DATES/TIMES/MONTH/YEAR----OP NUMBER W8455
151230Z DEC TO 151600Z DEC 2025---- DO 2512 (PRIMARY)
161230Z DEC TO 161600Z DEC 2025---- DO 2512 (BACKUP DAY)
171230Z DEC TO 171600Z DEC 2025---- DO 2512 (BACKUP DAY)

HAZARD AREAS
36-43N - 125-11W
36-51N - 125-00W
36-53N - 124-46W
34-53N - 122-28W
34-42N - 121-56W
30-56N - 121-10W
28-01N - 123-20W
29-37N - 127-23W
32-15N – 128-53W
33-14N – 127-03W
34-19N – 124-16W
36-43N - 125-11W (CLOSING THE FIRST POINT)