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PCF-816
PCF-816 is a 1968 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 26 inspections since 2016, most recently in January 2026, along with 43 deficiencies and 1 casualty investigation in 2020.
Records from 2016 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 13 January 2026.
- Built
- 1968
- Last inspected
- 13 January 2026
- Documentation
- Case Pending · documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 43 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
- Casualties
- 1 investigation · 2020
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
13 January 2026
…with no type recorded1
Deficiencies
43 recorded · 0
without a recorded resolution
Operational controls
None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record
11 calendar years (2016–2026)
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
1243315
WDG8606
1217367
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-1217367
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)51.3 ft × 13.6 ft × 6.3 ft
Registered tonnagegross 29 / net 23
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderSEWART SEACRAFT INC · BERWICK, LA, UNITED STATES · built 1968
Hull materialAluminum
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeShip
Hull configurationMonohull
Hailing portSAN DIEGO, CA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Recreational, Registry
DocumentationCase Pending · issued 5 November 2012
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 it29 - Simplified, Gross Ton
23 - Simplified, Net Ton
23 - 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 · 26
13 January 2026
Internal Structural Exam · Vessel Attendance · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8296082
21 August 2025
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8215146
12 June 2024
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7939117
18 January 2024
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7850943
5 October 2023
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7804250
9 January 2023
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7616042
5 April 2022
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7425170
19 January 2022
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7382426
15 April 2021
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7175686
29 November 2020
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7134166
27 May 2020
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6961539
1 April 2020
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6933961
15 January 2020
Hull Examination · Deficiency Check · Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6890536
28 January 2019
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6616661
13 December 2018
DAPI Audit
Administrative · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6597418
26 June 2018
Deficiency Check · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6457028
5 June 2018
Damage Survey · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6434931
8 January 2018
COI Inspection · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6334427
25 October 2017
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6294902
30 March 2017
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6114423
27 October 2016
DAPI Audit
Administrative · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6031335
6 July 2016
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 5931475
22 June 2016
Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 5915288
19 April 2016
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 5857858
3 February 2016
Damage Survey · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 5809256
6 January 2016
Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector San Diego · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 5792111
Deficiency record · 43
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 21 August 2025
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification and reinspection the marine inspector shall examine and test the main and auxiliary steering apparatus to the extent necessary to determine that its condition is satisfactory and that it is fit for the service intended. The main and auxiliary steering apparatus shall be tested by operation and the inspector shall examine the mechanism thereof throughout its length. USCG Marine Inspector found the steering ram’s base plate to be loose when operated.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress messages: obligations and procedures
Issued 21 August 2025
Resolved
A vessel must comply with the applicable requirements for any radio and Electronic Position Indicating Radiobeacon (EPIRB) installations, including the requirements for a station license and installation certificates to be issued by the Federal Communications Commission, as set forth in 47 CFR part 80. Vessel’s radio was missing latitude and longitude for DSC operation.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Gyro compass
Issued 21 August 2025
Resolved
Every vessel must be fitted with a suitable magnetic compass designed for marine use, compass must be illuminated or restricted to daytime operation. Provide light for the compass.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 21 August 2025
Resolved
A visual indicator must be provided at the operating station to indicate when any automatic bilge pump is operating. Bilge pump indicator at helm not operational. Provide visual indicator for automatic bilge pumps.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 21 August 2025
Resolved
Employers must maintain records of chemical tests as provided in 49 CFR 40.333 and must make these records available to Coast Guard officials upon request. The records must be sufficient to Identify the total number of individuals chemically tested annually for dangerous drugs in each of the categories of testing required by this part including the annual number of individuals failing chemical tests and the number and types of drugs for which individuals tested positive. Vessel was missing 2024 report. Provide copy of 2024 report to local OCMI.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull - corrosion
Issued 18 January 2024
Resolved
Temporary repair present IWO port transom. Submit repair proposal for permanent repair to local OCMI.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull - corrosion
Issued 18 January 2024
Resolved
Concentrated pitting found IWO fwd accom. space one longitudinal frame port and stbd of keel. Provide gauging report to determine extent of wastage.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull - corrosion
Issued 18 January 2024
Resolved
Concentrated pitting found in engine room just aft of stbd side wet muffler. Provide gauging report of area between stbd side aft 2 transverse frames.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 18 January 2024
Resolved
Pitting found IWO port propeller root. Provide third party servicing report for propeller.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery space openings
Issued 9 January 2023
Resolved
Aft Engine room bulkhead portside; found 3/4 inch hole opened to lazerete space aft. Provide proper seal to bulkhead penetration.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 5 April 2022
Resolved
PORT MDE battery switch electrical cable run in bilge. Raise electrical cable run above bilges to appropriate level.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 5 April 2022
Resolved
Engine room fixed fire fight bottle service tag expired as of 29JUNE2021.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 5 April 2022
Resolved
lazarette void STBD side outboard; electrical dead ended cable found.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Oil accumulation in engine room
Issued 15 April 2021
Resolved
Clean E/R bilges of oil and soaked sorbent pads.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 15 April 2021
Resolved
Properly support cable runs laying in bilge up out of bilge.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Cargo & other hatchways
Issued 15 April 2021
Resolved
Repair watertight hatch securing device and open deck penetration near hatch on port side.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 15 April 2021
Resolved
Replace expired aspirin and missing instructions inside First Aid kit.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Magnetic compass
Issued 15 April 2021
Resolved
Repair/replace light bulb to magnetic compass.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Railing, gangway, walkway and means for safe passage
Issued 15 April 2021
Resolved
Heighten detachable railings to 39.5".
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Windows, sidescuttles and deadlights
Issued 15 April 2021
Resolved
Repair broken window at helm station.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 15 April 2021
Resolved
Repair pinholed exhaust pipe off stbd muffler.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Means of rescue
Issued 15 April 2021
Resolved
Lower rescue ladder down by 1-2 rungs to ensure crew/MOB can get onto vessel after MOB emergency.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Windows, sidescuttles and deadlights
Issued 29 January 2019
Resolved
Make all porthole weather tight as original installation
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 28 January 2019
Resolved
Properly mark 01 child sized life jacket
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Windows, sidescuttles and deadlights
Issued 28 January 2019
Resolved
Properly maintain forward emergency hatch dog mechanisms.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 28 January 2019
Resolved
Install a handle on ball valve on electric submersible hose discharge in forward compartment. Make valve available for closing.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 28 January 2019
Resolved
Remove wires for temporary VHF radio or properly install permanently
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 28 January 2019
Resolved
Properly protect each battery from falling objects.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 28 January 2019
Resolved
Mount all wires above the bilges engine room and properly support with metal every 24".
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Machinery
Issued 28 January 2019
Resolved
Repair raw water pump gasket on portside main engine.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Machinery
Issued 28 January 2019
Resolved
Install second hose clamp on small non metallic hose on portside exhaust piping.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Manholes/flush scuttles
Issued 28 January 2019
Resolved
Make aft deck hatch opening to steering compartment water tight.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilation
Issued 28 January 2019
Resolved
Replace engine room ventilation closures to the satisfaction to the attending Marine Inspector.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Manholes/flush scuttles
Issued 28 January 2019
Resolved
Install captive chain on forepeak deck watertight hatch.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Cable
Issued 5 June 2018
Resolved
Provide proper electrical connection from the battery to the electrical panel.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 5 June 2018
Resolved
Make proper repairs and demonstrate the proper operation of the stbd MDE shutdwon solenoid.
Documentation › Markings/Placards › Warning Signs
Issued 16 January 2018
Resolved
Label forward emergency escape hatch on both sides.
Fire Fighting › Ventilation Systems › Ventilation Fire Dampers
Issued 16 January 2018
Resolved
Replace velcro for port and starboard intake ventilation closures.
Fire Fighting › Ventilation Systems › Ventilation Fire Dampers
Issued 16 January 2018
Resolved
Renew gasket on starboard exhaust ventilation dampner
Lifesaving › Embarkation Appliances/Stations › Steps
Issued 16 January 2018
Resolved
Renew second rung from bottom for MOB ladder.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Battery Conductor
Issued 16 January 2018
Resolved
Remove electrical hazard for seafire control box. (install cover)
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Inspection
Issued 25 October 2017
Resolved
Vsl is past due its 90 day window for its required annual COI exam(due 09JUL17). Conduct satisfactory annual exam prior to carrying passengers.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Side Shell
Issued 3 February 2016
Resolved
Conduct haul out of the vessel for inspection prior to carrying passengers.
Casualty record · 1
29 November 2020Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7134166
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.
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.