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KAIAO
KAIAO is a 2010 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 21 inspections since 2016, most recently in December 2025, along with 14 deficiencies and 3 casualty investigations between 2012 and 2025.
Records from 2012 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 17 December 2025.
- Built
- 2010
- Last inspected
- 17 December 2025
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 14 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
- Casualties
- 3 investigations · 2012–2025
Coast Guard record current through 23 August 2026, retrieved 5 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 2016.
Inspection record
Last inspected
17 December 2025
…with no type recorded2
Deficiencies
14 recorded · 0
without a recorded resolution
Operational controls
None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record
10 calendar years (2016–2025)
Every line above is a count of records the US Coast Guard wrote, or a date it recorded.
A blank resolution means none was recorded in this data; it does not establish that a
deficiency is outstanding. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record
exists, not years in service. What Maury does
not do.
Identity
1229731
WDI6104
1096224
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-1096224
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)34.0 ft × 10.3 ft × 5.2 ft
Registered tonnagegross 12 / net 9
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderFINELINE INDUSTRIES INC · MERCED, CA, UNITED STATES · built 2010
Hull materialFRP (Fiberglass)
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeShip
Hull configurationMonohull
Hailing portLAHAINA, HI
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Recreational
DocumentationValid · issued 31 July 2026 · expires 31 July 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 it12 - Simplified, Gross Ton
9 - Simplified, Net Ton
9 - Simplified, Net Ton
Every line above is a field of the National Vessel Documentation Center's file as served by NOAA Fisheries, dated 10 August 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.
Vessel history report
Every record for this hull, in one document — $299
Every recorded inspection, 2016 to 2026 for this class, in one chronology · every deficiency, with system, dates and resolution · operational controls imposed and removed · every name this hull has been recorded under · the vessels it was inspected alongside, and when · how its record compares with hulls of similar age and size, as a fact about the population and never a judgement about this vessel.
Read one first, in full: a forty-year chronology · a hull that changed operators four times · the sparse case, shown as an example, not for sale.
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Inspection history · 21
17 December 2025
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 8285000
17 December 2025
Damage Survey · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · OP location-Sector Honolulu Prevention Department- Wailuku · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 8285057
12 June 2025
Deficiency Check · Drydock Exam · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · OP location-Sector Honolulu Prevention Department- Wailuku · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 8157567
5 June 2024
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · OP location-Sector Honolulu Prevention Department- Wailuku · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7927442
11 January 2024
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7847428
27 November 2023
Simplified Stability Test · Plan Review "T" Boat
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7816765
29 May 2023
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7699655
23 May 2023
COI Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7675644
17 January 2023
Hull Examination · Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7620866
21 January 2022
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7383607
24 February 2021
Administrative Inspection · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7145370
15 January 2021
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7128522
24 January 2020
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6895704
7 March 2019
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6637807
18 December 2018
Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6599649
22 March 2018
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6379776
7 February 2018
DAPI Audit · Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6351044
8 February 2017
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6084839
17 January 2017
Internal Structural Exam · Administrative Inspection · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6072196
24 March 2016
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5840525
10 February 2016
DAPI Audit · Periodic Inspection · COI Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5813012
Deficiency record · 14
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 12 June 2025
Resolved
All vessels must have operable navigation lights in accordance with the Navigation Rules. Anchor light inoperable. Provide navigation lights that are in compliance with the Navigation Rules. Vessels COI limits vessel for operations during daylight hours. 46 CFR 183.420
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 12 June 2025
Resolved
A submersible electric bilge pump may be used as a power bilge pump required by Table 182.520(a) only on a vessel of not more than 19.8 meters in length carrying not more than 49 passengers, provided that the pump is listed as meeting the requirements of UL 1113. Electric bilge pumps on-board should be model (2000) 10-6UL or 14A-6UL if made by Rule. Aft bilge high water visual and audible alarm inoperable at operating station and forward bilge recognition light at operating station inoperable. Renew aft bilge pump and prove operation for all discrepancies. 46 CFR 182.520(e)(1)
18 - Maritime Labour Convention (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Conditions of employment)
Issued 12 June 2025
Resolved
The marine employer must have a sufficient number of alcohol testing devices readily accessible on board the vessel to determine the presence of alcohol in the system of each individual who was directly involved in the SMI. Alcohol swabs installed on board during inspection are expired. 46 CFR 4.06-15
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Buoyant apparatus
Issued 12 June 2025
Resolved
Each life float must be fitted with two paddles. Vessel missing (01) marked paddle for life float. 46 CFR 180.175(d)
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 11 January 2024
Resolved
The owner or managing operator of a vessel shall ensure that the vessel complies with the laws and regulations applicable to the vessel and that the vessel is otherwise satisfactory for the intended service. The initial inspection may include an inspection of the following items: Certificates and operating manuals, including certificates issued by the FCC. FCC Safety Radio Certificate not issued by FCC licensed technician for radio installation. Provide inspection and valid FCC Safety Radio Certificate.
46 CFR 176.402
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 11 January 2024
Resolved
Except as provided in 80.13(c), stations must have an authorization granted by the Federal Communications Commission. Vessel could not produce current FCC station license. Provide FCC Radio Station Authorization/Station License.
47 CFR 80.405
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Protection machinery
Issued 11 January 2024
Resolved
An exposed hazard, such as gears or rotating machinery, must be properly protected by a cover, guard, or rail. Main engine missing guard on front side. Provide guard for rotating machinery/belts.
46 CFR 177.960
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (radio communication)
Issued 23 May 2023
Resolved
[withheld — contains personal information; the deficiency system, dates, and resolution status are shown above]
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 17 January 2023
Resolved
Fuel oil filter is half full, engine mount fwd stbd is half unscrewed, batteries are dead, midship compartment is filled with water, midship hatch gasket is worn, fire extinguisher is spent, through-hull valve operation was unable to be witnessed due to configuration. The construction and arrangement of a a vessel must allow for the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of the Certificate of Inspection. Vessel may not operate/leave the pier until the above items are corrected and an annual inspection is completed by Marine Inspectors.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › USCG Certificate of Documentation (COD)
Issued 2 March 2022
Resolved
The owner of a documented vessel must annually renew each endorsement upon the current Certificate of Documentation for that vessel in accordance with 67.163.Vessel's COD is expired and may not operate with passengers. Vessel can operate 6 or less passengers for hire provided the vessel has proper state documentation, and the requirements of 46 CFR 176.114 shall apply. Equipment required by the certificate of inspection shall not be removed or altered without the permission of the cognizant officer in charge marine inspection (OCMI).
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 2 March 2022
Resolved
Gauges indicating engine RPM, jacket water temp, and lubricating oil pressure must be present at the helm. Repair or replace broken gauge at helm.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Magnetic compass
Issued 2 March 2022
Resolved
Every vessel must be fitted with a suitable magnetic compass designed for marine use. Vessel is missing a magnetic compass. Replace magnetic compass.
Navigation › Piloting/Steering › Coast Guard Light List
Issued 25 February 2016
Resolved
Vessel did not have updated Light light, coast pilot, and navigation charts. Provide new/updated copies of each for vessel by 10MAR16 46 CFR 184.420
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Self-igniting Lights
Issued 25 February 2016
Resolved
Battery for ring buoy light was expired. Provide new battery by 10MAR 16. 46 CFR 185.726
Casualty record · 3
9 April 2012Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · 2 injured · activity 4283421
22 March 2018Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 6379776
17 December 2025Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 8285000
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. Involvement is not fault. The investigation narrative is not published. Source: IIR, through 2026.
Recorded names · 2
BLOWN OUT II (2012), AQUAPHOBIA (2018). Names as the Coast Guard recorded them in incident records, with the years they appear; some are renames and some are spelling variants.
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.