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SANDIE CAT
Passenger (Inspected) · Passenger Ship class · Built 2010s · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Other hulls named SANDIE CAT
SANDIE CAT is a 2014 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 27 inspections since 2014, most recently in January 2026, along with 61 deficiencies, 2 operational controls and 2 casualty investigations between 2020 and 2024.
Records from 2014 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 9 January 2026.
- Built
- 2014
- Last inspected
- 9 January 2026
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 September 2026
- Deficiencies
- 61 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
- Casualties
- 2 investigations · 2020–2024
Identity
1253258
WDH4808
1282941
Flag
UNITED STATES
367621590
Maury page id
psix-1282941
Inspections, by type
…with no type recorded2
Years with a record
13 calendar years (2014–2026)
The 27 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)65.0 ft × 31.0 ft × 8.0 ft
Registered tonnagegross 31 / net 28
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderGOLD COAST YACHTS INC · ST CROIX, VI, UNITED STATES · built 2014
Hull materialFRP (Fiberglass)
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeSail (Distinct Keel)
Hull configurationTwin Hull
Hailing portKEY WEST, FL
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Recreational
DocumentationValid · issued 11 August 2026 · expires 31 August 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 it31 - Simplified, Gross Ton
28 - Simplified, Net Ton
28 - Simplified, 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
WDP8115MMSI 367621590 · active · compulsorily equipped · granted 17 September 2024, expires 17 September 2034
WDH4808MMSI 367621590 · expired · compulsorily equipped · granted 16 May 2014, cancelled 20 July 2024
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 · 27
9 January 2026
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8293786
4 December 2025
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8290801
25 September 2025
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8241740
18 September 2024
COI Inspection · Deficiency Check · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8001813
22 May 2024
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7934663
16 May 2024
Damage Survey · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7913333
24 February 2024
Administrative Inspection · Damage Survey · Examination of Repairs · Plan Review "T" Boat
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7870049
24 February 2024
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7878397
30 November 2023
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7831149
14 September 2023
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7790807
3 April 2023
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7665612
20 September 2022
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7554978
17 June 2022
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7479174
3 December 2021
Drydock Exam · In-Service Inspection · Examination of Repairs · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7359554
6 October 2021
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7308258
10 September 2020
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7035610
2 June 2020
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6966865
6 December 2019
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6850752
19 September 2019
Administrative Inspection · COI Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6790335
27 September 2018
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6532843
16 October 2017
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6294809
4 October 2016
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6015411
2 March 2016
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5829258
9 December 2015
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5778063
17 September 2015
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5721935
27 August 2014
Initial Certification
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4967172
5 August 2014
Initial Certification · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Key West · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 4947999
Deficiency record · 61
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 25 September 2025
Resolved
Install new Type I retroreflective material on the 28 identified life jackets.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 18 September 2024
Resolved
Provide a valid FCC Safety Radio Certificate.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Manholes/flush scuttles
Issued 18 September 2024
Resolved
The gasket on the forward starboard compartment's watertight hatch is partially out of its embedding groove. Clean out groove and adhere gasket to hatch.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (load lines)
Issued 18 September 2024
Resolved
Attach port and starboard watertight hatches to their respective hatch frames with a captive chain or other device.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 18 September 2024
Resolved
Remove dead end wire in port fuel tank space or place termination within an enclosure.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Pipes, wires (insulation)
Issued 18 September 2024
Resolved
The insulation on the turbo outlet pipe is loose and does not cover entire pipe. Properly insulate any exposed hot piping on the starboard engine.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Signs, indications
Issued 18 September 2024
Resolved
Mark the foredeck (51) uppermost deck (49) with the maximum passengers allowed on each.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 16 May 2024
Resolved
Whenever damage to hull or structural members that may affect the seaworthiness of a vessel is discovered or suspected, the cognizant OCMI may require the vessel be taken out of service to assess the extent of damage. Vessel reported wrapping a mooring ball line around the port shaft causing enough force to sheer the engine mounts. Complete a drydock or underwater survey of the shaft, shaft tunnel, strut, and propeller.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 16 May 2024
Resolved
Whenever damage to hull or structural members that may affect the seaworthiness of a vessel is discovered or suspected, the cognizant OCMI may conduct an internal structural examination in any affected space. Vessel reported wrapping a line around the port shaft causing enough force to sheer the engine mounts. Complete an internal structural exam of port shaft tunnel and engine space.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 16 May 2024
Resolved
The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the save operation. Complete post repair sea trials prior to carrying passengers.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull - cracking
Issued 24 February 2024
Resolved
The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel giving consideration to provisions for a seaworthy hull. Received notification that vessel allided with a channel marker causing extensive damage to port bow. Make permanent repairs to approved repair proposal.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 24 February 2024
Resolved
The cognizant OCMI may require that a vessel and its equipment undergo any additional test or inspection deemed reasonable and necessary to determine that the vessel and its equipment are suitable for the service which they are to be employed. Provide a third party sail rigging survey attesting to the condition of the rig.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › On board training and instructions
Issued 14 September 2023
Resolved
Placards containing instructions for the donning and use of the life jackets must be posted in conspicuous places that are regularly accessible and visible to the passengers. Lifejacket placard was behind bar, limiting visibility to passengers.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 14 September 2023
Resolved
Remote fuel shutoff stations must be marked. Station was not marked.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 14 September 2023
Resolved
The design, materials, and construction of masts, posts, yards, booms, bowsprits, and standing rigging on a sailing vessel must be suitable for the intended service. Rigging, sail, and Preventative Maintenance Plans are not available on board in order to verify suitability.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 14 September 2023
Resolved
A vessel on a limited coastwise route must carry six red hand flare distress signals and may substitute six additional red hand flare distress signals for the required six hand orange smoke distress signals. All distress signals on board were expired.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 6 October 2021
Resolved
The fuel shutoff valve at the port fuel tank is not closing when manually operated from outside the tank space. Vessel representative was able to address the issue and proved proper operation of the port fuel shutoff valve.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Charts
Issued 6 October 2021
Resolved
Vessel did not have up-to-date charts for the navigation area. Vessel representative updated GPS/chartplotter prior to the completion of the inspection.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 6 October 2021
Resolved
Identified 16 child and 4 adult life jackets with faded Type I retroreflective material. Vessel representative applied Type I retroreflective material (SOLAS Tape) to the identified life jackets.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 6 October 2021
Resolved
The battery for the ring life buoy's floating waterlight was expired. Vessel representative replaced the battery.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 6 October 2021
Resolved
Provide training for each crewmember on board as to the duties they are expected to perform in an emergency: flooding, man overboard, and fire fighting. Training must be logged with the name of the crewmember, date, and general description of the topic.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Protection machines/parts
Issued 6 October 2021
Resolved
Install guards on the forward end of the port and starboard engines to protect crewmembers from rotating machinery.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 6 October 2021
Resolved
Install a plug or cap on the valve located at the bottom of the fuel filter in the starboard tank space.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Water level indicator
Issued 6 October 2021
Resolved
Secure the float switch for the bilge high level alarm in the #2 starboard compartment.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (life saving)
Issued 10 September 2020
Resolved
Clearly mark the amount and size of life jackets that are stowed in the benches on the main deck aft. Letters and numbers must be at least 2” high. 46 CFR 185.604(f)
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Water level indicator
Issued 10 September 2020
Resolved
Provide a visual and audible bilge high level alarm at the operating station for the starboard/forward compartment. 46 CFR 182.530(a)
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Water level indicator
Issued 10 September 2020
Resolved
Provide a visual indicator at the operating station to indicate when the automatic bilge pump in the starboard/forward compartment is operating. 46 CFR 182.530(c)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 10 September 2020
Resolved
Mount the 10-B:C portable fire extinguisher at the operating station. 46 CFR 181.520
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Pipes, wires (insulation)
Issued 10 September 2020
Resolved
Provide suitable insulation on exposed exhaust piping leading from the turbo on both the port and starboard engines. 46 CFR 177.970
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Overloading
Issued 10 September 2020
Resolved
Clearly mark the two entrances to the uppermost deck with the maximum number of passengers allowed (MAX 49 PASSENGERS ON UPPER DECK) and the two entrances to the fore deck with the maximum passengers allowed (MAX 50 PASSENGERS ON FOREDECK) as indicated on the vessel’s Stability Letter. Letters and numbers must be at least 1” high. 46 CFR 185.602(g)
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 19 September 2019
Resolved
Properly mount Port and STBD navigation lights
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 19 September 2019
Resolved
Provide guard for A/C and D/C electrical panel, panel is accessible from underneath.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 19 September 2019
Resolved
Remove excessive cleaning products under cabinets in concession area and excess maintenance oil/HAZMAT supplies in STBD compartment adjacent to concession stand.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 19 September 2019
Resolved
Provide plan to USCG for alternative stowage location for adult PFD's so that they are readily available in the event of an emergency. Currently PFD's are stowed under main deck in forward watertight hatches.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 19 September 2019
Resolved
Cover/replace electrical outlet near STBD aft quarter under bench seating. Missing outlet poses electrical hazard.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 19 September 2019
Resolved
Submit DVTP (Design Verification Test Procedures) for electronic propulsion control systems using microprocessors or computers or produce approved plans for installed controls. Test electronic controls in the presence of attending Marine Inspector. See CVC Policy Letter 17-07 for guidance.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Nautical publications
Issued 19 September 2019
Resolved
Provide currents for area of operation.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 19 September 2019
Resolved
Demonstrate 60psi on installed fire pump gauge. During testing gauge would not go higher than 50psi.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 19 September 2019
Resolved
Provide 01 adult and 01 child PFD, vessel is certified for 155 person and 10% is 16 Child PFD's. Vessel reduced to carrying 154 total persons and 15 persons under 90 pounds.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Covers (hatchway-, portable-, tarpaulins, etc.)
Issued 19 September 2019
Resolved
Ensure all watertight deck hatches gaskets are in place and properly sealing. (STBD fuel compartment). Provide securing device for STBD fuel tank watertight hatch to prevent its loss.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 19 September 2019
Resolved
[withheld — contains personal information; the deficiency system, dates, and resolution status are shown above]
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear
Issued 27 September 2018
Resolved
Forward rudder stop in the port lazarette was broken off (see picture).
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 27 September 2018
Resolved
Multiple fuel shut off valves were inoperable.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (life saving)
Issued 27 September 2018
Resolved
Ensure all retroreflective tape on life vests is adequate.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 27 September 2018
Resolved
Ensure all lifefloats are ready for immediate deployment.
Fire Fighting › Fire Pumps › Bearings
Issued 16 October 2017
Resolved
Demonstrate proper operation of fire pump, vessel limited to 49 passengers.
Sail Rigging › Stays/Shrouds › Wires
Issued 16 October 2017
Resolved
Provide sail rigging program to include frequency of inspections and document.
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Serviceable
Issued 16 October 2017
Resolved
Repair/replace lifefloats, label with vessel name and capacity, properly install painters. Vessel limited to 3nm from shore.
Fire Fighting › Fire Hydrants › Location/Position
Issued 16 October 2017
Resolved
Provide spanner wrench for fire station.
Communications › Alarms/Indicators › High Water Alarm
Issued 16 October 2017
Resolved
Demonstrate proper operation of high level alarm system and label (port side #1,2,3) (starboard #1).
Communications › Radio Communications › EPIRB
Issued 16 October 2017
Resolved
Replace hydrostatic release for EPIRB.
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (General) › Storage
Issued 16 October 2017
Resolved
Properly label PFD storage location.
Personnel › Certificates/Documents/Licenses › License, Master
Issued 16 October 2017
Resolved
Provide valid credentials for vessel master.
Communications › Alarms/Indicators › Bilge Alarm
Issued 4 October 2016
Resolved
Renew/repair visual indicators for automatic bilge pump operations
Documentation › Markings/Placards › Capacity Marking
Issued 2 March 2016
Resolved
Relable maximum passenger count on upper deck to '40 Maximum Passengers'.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Transverse Bulkhead
Issued 17 September 2015
Resolved
Make starboard forward E/R bulkhead watertight.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Battery Installation
Issued 17 September 2015
Resolved
Install battery in battery box port E/R.
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (Type I) › Storage
Issued 17 September 2015
Resolved
Renew lifejacket storage shelves at next DDE.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Inspection
Issued 17 September 2015
Resolved
Post all pages of the COI and Stability Letter
Documentation › Manuals/Policy Documentation › Emergency Instructions
Issued 17 September 2015
Resolved
Post Emergency Instructions.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Other Accommodation Spaces › Open Deck Space
Issued 17 September 2015
Resolved
Submit proposal for maximum passengers allowed on the uppermost deck per 46CFR176.113
Casualty record · 2
2 June 2020Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 dead · activity 6966865
24 February 2024Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7878397
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.