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HERBERT C BONNER
Passenger (Inspected) · Passenger Ship class · Built 1970s · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Other hulls named HERBERT C BONNER
HERBERT C BONNER is a 1970 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 35 inspections since 2003, most recently in June 2026, along with 47 deficiencies and 1 casualty investigation in 2021.
Records from 2003 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 30 June 2026.
- Built
- 1970
- Last inspected
- 30 June 2026
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 September 2026
- Deficiencies
- 47 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
- Casualties
- 1 investigation · 2021
Identity
527174
WDH6669
105460
Flag
UNITED STATES
367640430
Maury page id
psix-105460
Inspections, by type
…with no type recorded2
Years with a record
16 calendar years (2003–2026)
The 35 inspections in the strip above, split by the kind of activity the US
Coast Guard recorded. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record exists, not
years in service. What Maury does not do.
Coast Guard record current through 13 September 2026, retrieved 18 September 2026 from PSIX. Every field on this page was recorded by the Coast Guard. Records for the Passenger Ship class in Maury's sources begin in 1977.
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)113.6 ft × 34.0 ft × 8.0 ft
Registered tonnagegross 97 / net 66
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)113.6 ft × 34.0 ft × 8.0 ft
ITC tonnagegross 191 / net 66
BuilderNEW BERN SHIPYARD INC · NEW BERN, NC, UNITED STATES · built 1970
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeNot recorded
Hull configurationNot recorded
Hailing portBRISTOL, RI
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 29 June 2026 · expires 30 June 2027
Service, as the file records itPassenger (Inspected)
Hull formpowered (Maury's inference from propulsion, hull shape, material and length, rule hf-1; not a recorded fact)
Tonnage as PSIX records it97 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
191 - Convention (Subpart B), Gross Ton
66 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
66 - Convention (Subpart B), Net Ton
191 - Convention (Subpart B), Gross Ton
66 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
66 - Convention (Subpart B), Net Ton
Every line above is a field of the National Vessel Documentation Center's file as served by NOAA Fisheries, dated 10 September 2026, matched to this hull on its Official Number. Registered and ITC measurements are two systems and are never combined. One snapshot is held so far; documentation history begins with the next.
Radio station licence
WDP9462MMSI 367640430 · active · compulsorily equipped · granted 3 January 2025, expires 3 January 2035
WDH6669MMSI 367640430 · expired · compulsorily equipped · granted 11 September 2014, cancelled 7 December 2024
WYJ4841MMSI 366977140 · cancelled · compulsorily equipped · granted 19 July 2014, cancelled 26 August 2014
FCC Universal Licensing System ship-station file of 6 September 2026, matched to this hull on its
US Official Number. Status and dates are the file’s own. The licensee is not read from the file and is not shown.
A lapsed licence’s MMSI is still the number the vessel transmitted under while it was valid.
Inspection history · 35
30 June 2026
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8420361
16 September 2025
Drydock Exam · Examination of Repairs · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8235578
10 June 2025
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8168618
9 April 2024
COI Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7875005
26 January 2024
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7837973
27 June 2023
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7703887
18 July 2022
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7488577
19 January 2022
Examination of Repairs · Plan Review "T" Boat · Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Deficiency Check · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7377829
7 December 2021
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7364058
6 December 2021
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7422744
22 June 2021
Annual Inspection · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7212492
22 February 2021
Deficiency Check · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7139873
31 July 2020
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7024683
9 July 2020
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6983630
18 February 2020
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6894903
11 April 2019
Deficiency Check · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6657016
28 March 2019
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6641868
14 February 2019
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6625922
15 October 2018
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6570186
25 September 2018
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Extension
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6548436
27 August 2018
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Navigation Center · Activity 6524234
9 March 2018
Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6385326
6 October 2017
DAPI Audit · Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6272580
29 June 2017
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6184565
25 May 2017
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6155409
25 May 2017
Deficiency Check · Examination of Repairs · Plan Review "T" Boat
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6155465
10 November 2016
Administrative Inspection · Examination of Repairs · Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6034134
30 September 2016
Drydock Extension
Administrative · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6012726
27 June 2016
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 5921345
16 June 2016
Excursion Permit
Administrative · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 5909366
22 October 2015
DAPI Audit · Internal Structural Exam · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 5742498
12 March 2014
Internal Structural Exam · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Marine Safety Detachment Fort Macon · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 4814830
17 July 2008
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3529227
16 October 2006
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 2801763
8 December 2003
Security Plan Review - ASP
Administrative · Marine Safety Center (MSC) · Activity 1961104
Deficiency record · 47
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 10 June 2025
Resolved
A vessel must be provided with a satisfactory arrangement for draining any watertight compartment, other than small buoyancy compartments, under all practicable conditions. Bilge piping in the forepeak void has a hole impacting the removal of water in the space. Crop and renew piping and test to satisfaction of CG marine inspector.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 10 June 2025
Resolved
A vessel of more than 65' in length must carry a minimum of 3 life buoys of not less than 24" in diameter. One life buoy on vessel is not serviceable. Replace life buoy.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 9 April 2024
Resolved
Properly wire searchlights on top of wheelhouse with marine grade cable.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 9 April 2024
Resolved
Secure jacket water coolant leaks on the starboard engine and starboard aft generator.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 9 April 2024
Resolved
Placards containing instructions for the donning and use of the life jackets aboard the vessel must be posted in conspicuous places that are regularly accessible and visible to the crew and passengers. Need several placards for each different type of children's and adult lifejackets.
18 - Maritime Labour Convention (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Conditions of employment)
Issued 9 April 2024
Resolved
Alcohol swabs for marine casualty testing has expired. Replace with unexpired alcohol swabs.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 27 June 2023
Resolved
Watertight door in the aft bulkhead of engine space has improper gasket. Replace with proper gasket to ensure watertightness.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 27 June 2023
Resolved
On a vessel of more than 65' in length, the minimum capacity of the fire pump must be 50 gallons/minute at a pressure not less than 60 psi at the pump outlet. The pump outlet must be fitted with a pressure gauge. The pressure gauge on board is inoperable. Replace/repair pressure gauge.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 27 June 2023
Resolved
Stbd fire hydrant has a leak at the valve. Replace/repair packing in fire hydrant.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 18 July 2022
Resolved
The rules concerning lights shall be complied with from sunset to sunrise. Secondary stern light is inoperable.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Magnetic compass
Issued 18 July 2022
Resolved
Every vessel must be fitted with a suitable magnetic compass designed for marine use. Compass deviation card has not been updated since 2001.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 12 May 2022
Resolved
Control must be provided for the engine speed, direction of shaft rotation, and engine shutdown. Provide propulsion control drawing, limited QFA and test procedures to the CG to demonstrate compliance with 46 CFR 184.620.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Stability Information Booklet
Issued 21 March 2022
Resolved
Vessel must have up to date stability details on an issued stability letter. Resubmit weight change calculations to MSC to account for Main Engine Foundation modifications.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Ballast, fuel and other tanks
Issued 22 June 2021
Resolved
The discharge end of fuel tank vent pipes must be fitted with flame screens of at least 30X30 mesh. Stbd flame screen has a hole in it. Vehicles within 6 feet and carriage of any hazardous cargo is prohibited until repairs are made.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 22 June 2021
Resolved
Remove exposed wires and replace globe at the port aft light.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 22 June 2021
Resolved
Lower deck fire station valve leaking. Repack or replace.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 22 June 2021
Resolved
Wire nuts shall not be used except in an enclosure. Place all spliced lines in an enclosure.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 22 June 2021
Resolved
Remove unused wiring for forward deck lights and seal deck connection.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 22 June 2021
Resolved
Each watertight door must be capable of remaining watertight. Make both doors watertight with an approved gasket.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 22 June 2021
Resolved
Placards containing instructions for donning and use of the life jackets must be posted in conspicuous places. Obtain placard for all types of life jackets onboard the vessel.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 22 June 2021
Resolved
Repair ventilation shutdown on the main deck, exposed wires could cause injury if the glass is broken.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 9 July 2020
Resolved
Stbd side navigation light inoperable. Vessel was equipped with a backup stbd light.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Cleanliness of engine room
Issued 9 July 2020
Resolved
Clean excessive oil in e/r bilges. Clean/remove oiled pads.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 9 July 2020
Resolved
Wing nuts on battery terminals need to be replaced with permanent type connectors.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 9 July 2020
Resolved
No rubber mats in front of switchboards in engine room.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 9 July 2020
Resolved
Tighten shaft seal leak on #2 main engine. Shaft seal found with excessive leaking.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery space openings
Issued 9 July 2020
Resolved
Replace watertight gaskets in both engine room doors.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull - corrosion
Issued 18 February 2020
Resolved
Hull corrosion found below the air compressor space in the engine room. Crop and renew subject hull plate.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear
Issued 18 February 2020
Resolved
Brackets for the steering gear hydraulic lines in space aft of the engine room were found broken. Replace brackets.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Decks - corrosion
Issued 18 February 2020
Resolved
Remove deck plating in the engine room and make engine room available for inspection.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Decks - corrosion
Issued 18 February 2020
Resolved
Standing water in void spaces. Remove standing water in all voids and make bilge strainers available for inspection.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire drills
Issued 28 March 2019
Resolved
Complete fire drill to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Man Overboard Drill (MOB)
Issued 28 March 2019
Resolved
Complete MOB drill to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 28 March 2019
Resolved
Properly mount fire extinguisher in pax accommodation space on second deck.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 14 February 2019
Resolved
Complete annual inspection prior to carrying passengers. Vessel is overdue for an annual inspection.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Automatic Identification System (AIS)
Issued 27 August 2018
Resolved
Vsl is broadcasting: No Call Sign.
Engineering › Fuel Oil Storage/Transfer System › Tank
Issued 9 March 2018
Resolved
Found pitting IWO tank corner adjacent to shaft packing gland, port and stbd tanks. Repair to original condition.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Markings (ship name/port)
Issued 6 October 2017
Resolved
Retro reflective tape was unservicable. Worn and/or missing on all lifebouys. Renew reflective tape in the appropriate locations on the lifebouys.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Buoyant Lifeline
Issued 6 October 2017
Resolved
Lifeline was improperly installed on fwd stbd lifebouy. Properly install lifeline on bouy.
Communications › Radio Communications › VHF Radiotelephone
Issued 29 June 2017
Resolved
Demonstrate Lat and Long on VHF radio.
Navigation › Piloting/Steering › Marine Charts
Issued 29 June 2017
Resolved
Provide updated chart.
Engineering › Lubricating Oil Service System › Gauge
Issued 29 June 2017
Resolved
Demonstrate proper operation of lube oil pressure gauge for the port main engine in the pilothouse.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Medical/First Aid › Medicine Chest
Issued 29 June 2017
Resolved
Asprin was expired. Provide new aspirn.
Communications › Audible Communications › Bell
Issued 29 June 2017
Resolved
Provide 12" bell.
Engineering › Engine Controls (Electric/Electronic) › Actuator
Issued 25 May 2017
Resolved
Obtain approved plans from MSC for the propulsion controls.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Inspection
Issued 3 April 2017
Resolved
Conduct an annual COI inspection prior to carrying passengers.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Inspection
Issued 3 April 2017
Resolved
Complete credit drydock and internal structural exam prior to carrying passengers.
Casualty record · 1
6 December 2021Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 dead · activity 7422744
Each line is an incident investigation the Coast Guard recorded with this hull among the vessels involved, with the date and the classification the Coast Guard gave it, and the bridge, lock or dam the investigation names where it names one. Involvement is not fault. The investigation narrative is not published. Source: IIR, through 2026.
Ownership record
The Coast Guard's documentation record for this hull -- the Abstract of Title,
with its owners and liens as filed -- is not in PSIX. Ask, and Maury buys it from the National
Vessel Documentation Center, files it here with its date, and every reader of this page gets it.