SMILE HIGH IV

Passenger (Inspected) · Passenger Ship class · Built 2010s · USCG East District (CGD-E)

SMILE HIGH IV is a 2013 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 18 inspections since 2016, most recently in April 2026, along with 20 deficiencies.

Records from 2016 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 23 April 2026.

Built: 2013
Last inspected: 23 April 2026
Documentation: Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
Inspections: 18
Deficiencies: 20 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
Controls: None recorded without a removal date

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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 23 April 2026

Recorded inspections18

…physical examinations18

Deficiencies 20 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution

Operational controls None recorded without a removal date

Years with a record 10 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

1252109

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WDI2333

1278407

Flag

UNITED STATES

Maury page id

psix-1278407

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)31.0 ft × 10.5 ft × 6.0 ft

Registered tonnagegross 13 / net 10

ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded

ITC tonnageNot recorded

BuilderCOMMERCIAL WATER SPORTS INC · CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, NJ, UNITED STATES · built 2013

Hull materialFRP (Fiberglass)

PropulsionDiesel Outdrive

Hull shapeShip

Hull configurationMonohull

Hailing portVIRGINIA BEACH, VA

Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted

DocumentationValid · issued 14 April 2026 · expires 31 March 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 it13 - Simplified, Gross Ton
10 - 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.

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Vessel history report

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Inspection history · 18

23 April 2026 Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8353568

5 March 2026 Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam

Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8320237

16 May 2025 Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8138908

31 May 2024 Deficiency Check

Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7926816

8 May 2024 Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7907267

21 February 2024 Drydock Exam

Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7867251

27 April 2023 Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7676839

23 May 2022 COI Inspection · Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7459464

16 March 2022 Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam

Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7412837

24 June 2020 Deficiency Check

Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6985351

4 June 2020 Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · COI Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6963356

25 February 2020 Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam · Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam

Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6915049

23 May 2019 Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check

Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6705237

1 May 2018 Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit

Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6405050

12 March 2018 Hull Examination

Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6372559

6 June 2017 Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6168513

8 June 2016 Administrative Inspection · DAPI Audit · Annual Inspection

Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5902431

2 May 2016 Hull Examination · Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam

Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5868231

Deficiency record · 20

01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Cargo Ship Safety Radio (including exemption)

Issued 16 May 2025 Resolved

Every vessel subject to Part III of Title III of the Communications Act must have a detailed inspection of the radio installation by an FCC-licensed technician in accordance with § 80.59 once every five years. If the ship passes the inspection, the technician will issue a Communications Act Safety Radiotelephony Certificate. Vessel did not have a FCC Safety Radiotelephony Certificate on board. //47 CFR 80.903//

Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 8 July 2025
Resolved 23 April 2026
Resolution: verified valid FCC Safety Radiotelephony Certificate

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery

Issued 8 May 2024 Resolved

A vessel must be provided with an auxiliary means of steering that is capable of moving the rudder from 15 degrees on one side to 15 degrees on the other side in not more than 60 seconds with the vessel at one-half its maximum service speed ahead, or 7 knots, whichever is greater. Vessel did not have the required tools onboard to facilitate an auxiliary means of steering. 46 CFR 182.620

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 22 May 2024
Resolved 31 May 2024
Resolution: Observed the operation and functionality of the required tools to facilitate the auxiliary means of steering.

10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Charts

Issued 8 May 2024 Resolved

As appropriate for the intended voyage, a vessel must carry adequate and up-to-date charts. Vessel did not have up to date charts. 46 CFR 184.420(a)(1)

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 22 May 2024
Resolved 31 May 2024
Resolution: Observed up to date charts and chart booklets.

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition

Issued 8 May 2024 Resolved

Each ring life buoy onboard must be stowed in a way that it can be rapidly cast loose. Vessel’s ring life buoy was not able to be rapidly cast loose from its securing arrangement. 46 CFR 180.70 (b)(3)

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 22 May 2024
Resolved 31 May 2024
Resolution: Observed arrangement and operation of life buoy arrangement to be rapidly cast loose.

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition

Issued 8 May 2024 Resolved

The number and identification of the items stowed inside, and their sizes, must be marked in clearly legible letters and numbers on each container for life jackets and immersion suits. Letters and numbers must be at least 50 millimeters (2 inches) high. Marking for child life jackets was not legible. 46 CFR 185.604(f)

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 22 May 2024
Resolved 31 May 2024
Resolution: Observed new letter and markings on child life jackets.

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition

Issued 8 May 2024 Resolved

An adult life jacket must be provided for each person carried on board a vessel. Vessel had 09 repairable life jackets in need of service. 46 CFR 180.71 (a)

Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 8 May 2024
Resolution: Corrected on the spot.

99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)

Issued 27 April 2023 Resolved

The master shall conduct sufficient drills and give sufficient instructions to make sure that all crew members are familiar with their duties during emergencies that necessitate abandoning ship or the recovery of persons who have fallen overboard. Conduct drills to the satisfaction of the Coast Guard in the presence of the attending MI. 46 CFR 185.520(a)

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 14 June 2023
Resolution: Drills completed.

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances

Issued 26 May 2022 Resolved

46CFR176.808(b): Each item of lifesaving equipment determined by the marine inspector to not be in serviceable condition must be repaired. Life ring has completely deteriorated grab lines and rubber seal.

Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 27 May 2022
Resolution: Vessel replaced grab lines and seal on life ring.

01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)

Issued 16 March 2022 Resolved

Your vessel must undergo an annual inspection within 3 mouths before or after each anniversary date. Vessel failed to conduct annual inspection within required timeline. Vessel limited to 6-pax operations.

Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 16 March 2022
Resolved 26 May 2022
Resolution: Vessel completed COI inspection.

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements

Issued 4 June 2020 Resolved

On a vessel of at least 7.9 meters (26 feet) in length, a visual and audible alarm must be provided at the operating station to indicate a high water level. Aft bilge pump alarm switch did not function and stayed open.

Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 4 June 2020
Resolution: The switch cover was removed and the internal cleaned, the switch then functioned properly.

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (life saving)

Issued 4 June 2020 Resolved

Life jacket stowarge location did not have the amount stowed or location stowed labeled.

Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 18 June 2020
Resolved 23 June 2020
Resolution: O/O labeled lifejacket stowage.

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of Life Saving Appliances

Issued 4 June 2020 Resolved

Life jacket donning placard was not present.

Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 4 June 2020
Resolution: Donning instructions were printed and posted.

07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances

Issued 4 June 2020 Resolved

Fire buckets onboard were not labeled and did not have a lanyard.

Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 4 June 2020
Resolution: Fire buckets were labeled and had proper length lanyards attached.

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (life saving)

Issued 4 June 2020 Resolved

Life ring was missing relfective tape.

Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 4 June 2020
Resolution: Life ring had reflective tape added.

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition

Issued 23 May 2019 Resolved

Vessel had 3 life jackets that are unserviciable. reduced to 9 passengers

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 3 June 2019
Resolution: Purchased 3 new life jackets and placed it in service.

13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements

Issued 23 May 2019 Resolved

Fwd bilge float switch and both bilge pump operation lights are inopperable.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 June 2019
Resolved 6 June 2019
Resolution: Vessel replaced the bilge float switch and operation pannel.

09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical

Issued 23 May 2019 Resolved

Port and Stbd running lights are installed with wire nuts

Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 23 June 2019
Resolved 14 June 2019
Resolution: Removed wire nuts and installed crimp type terminals.

05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF radio installation

Issued 23 May 2019 Resolved

DSC is not enabled and passenger safety radio cert is expiring 26 Jun 2019. Enable DSC when PSSC is renewed.

Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 20 June 2019
Resolution: Renewed PSSC and enabled DSC.

Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Navigation Lights

Issued 1 May 2018 Resolved

Vessel's starboad side nav light is not operational. Prior to carrying passengers vessel must repair to the satisfaction of the attending CG Marine Inspector.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 31 May 2018
Resolved 4 June 2020
Resolution: Starboard navigation light was replaced and is functioning.

Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Serviceable

Issued 6 June 2017 Resolved

Outer shell coating of ring bouy was wasted in multiple areas, exposing internal foam.

Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 6 June 2017
Resolution: Operator purchased new ring bouy and sent pictures to Marine Inspector.

Ownership record

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