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CHARLESTON PRINCESS
Passenger (Inspected) · Passenger Ship class · Built 1980s · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Other hulls named CHARLESTON PRINCESS
CHARLESTON PRINCESS is a 1986 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 87 inspections since 1986, most recently in May 2026, along with 177 deficiencies and 5 casualty investigations between 2006 and 2024.
Records from 1986 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 8 May 2026.
- Built
- 1986
- Last inspected
- 8 May 2026
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 September 2026
- Deficiencies
- 177 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
- Casualties
- 5 investigations · 2006–2024
Identity
697080
WDK9315
268782
Flag
UNITED STATES
368102480
Maury page id
psix-268782
Inspections, by type
…with no type recorded8
Years with a record
37 calendar years (1986–2026)
The 87 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)97.8 ft × 28.0 ft × 2.3 ft
Registered tonnagegross 97 / net 87
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderGULF CRAFT INC · PATTERSON, LA, UNITED STATES · built 1986
Hull materialAluminum
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeNot recorded
Hull configurationNot recorded
Hailing portCHARLESTON, SC
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 1 May 2026 · expires 31 May 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
87 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
87 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), 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
WDK9315MMSI 368102480 · active · compulsorily equipped · granted 28 June 2019, expires 28 June 2029
WDK4664MMSI 367368970 · cancelled · compulsorily equipped · granted 6 September 2018, cancelled 13 May 2019
WCY6342MMSI 367368970 · terminated · compulsorily equipped · granted 17 July 2008, cancelled 4 September 2018
WCZ4495MMSI not assigned · expired · voluntarily equipped · granted 12 August 1999, cancelled 17 October 2009 · licensed under a name not among this hull’s recorded names (not shown)
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 · 87
8 May 2026
Deficiency Check · Vessel Attendance · Annual Inspection · MSP Additional Oversight - Risk Assessment · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8369329
21 April 2025
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8117198
10 January 2025
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8060773
25 August 2024
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7989075
25 August 2024
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7996185
25 April 2024
Damage Survey · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7901087
13 February 2024
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7862806
10 May 2023
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · MTSA Verification · Annual Inspection · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7685528
20 December 2022
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7612060
27 April 2022
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7439363
4 September 2021
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7304124
7 June 2021
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7221480
24 May 2021
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7205110
23 February 2021
Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Savannah · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7144767
10 August 2020
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7176712
5 November 2019
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6849620
4 November 2019
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6849378
13 August 2019
Examination of Repairs · In-Service Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Charleston · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6780898
19 February 2019
DAPI Audit · Deficiency Check · COI Inspection · Security Plan Review - VSP · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6628197
15 June 2018
Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam · Hull Examination · Examination of Repairs · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6443842
15 October 2017
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6304258
28 June 2017
MTSA/ISPS Verification · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6189292
25 June 2017
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6206743
11 April 2017
Deficiency Check · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6122716
8 August 2016
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5968431
27 June 2016
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5921740
7 June 2016
Drydock Exam · Examination of Repairs · Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5899803
31 March 2016
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5844375
27 May 2014
Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 4872114
21 March 2014
Administrative Inspection · Drydock Extension
Administrative · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 4831933
20 July 2012
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 4418863
29 June 2012
Periodic Inspection · Deficiency Check · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector North Carolina · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 4376260
29 March 2010
Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Wilmington · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3717918
7 April 2009
MTSA Verification · Deficiency Check · DAPI Audit · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Wilmington · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3447905
28 March 2008
Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Wilmington · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3173126
6 November 2007
MTSA Verification · COI Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Wilmington · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3090330
15 March 2007
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Wilmington · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 2888618
6 July 2006
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Marine Safety Unit Wilmington · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 2703257
8 March 2006
Hull Examination
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Wilmington · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 2598414
17 February 2006
Annual Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Wilmington · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 2587047
28 January 2005
MTSA Verification · Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSO WILMINGTON · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 2282321
11 March 2004
Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSO WILMINGTON · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 2020235
28 January 2004
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSO WILMINGTON · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1986728
21 November 2002
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · MSO WILMINGTON · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1708974
28 October 2002
COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSO WILMINGTON · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1689951
27 February 2002
Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSO WILMINGTON · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1489750
8 November 2001
Administrative
Administrative · MSO WILMINGTON · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1075686
9 October 2001
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSO WILMINGTON · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1425219
17 February 2000
Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSO WILMINGTON · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1378991
28 October 1999
COI Inspection
Physical examination · MSO WILMINGTON · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1429264
23 November 1998
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · MSO WILMINGTON · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 806897
28 October 1998
Re-Inspection
Physical examination · MSO WILMINGTON · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1468891
17 November 1997
Hull Examination
Physical examination · MSO WILMINGTON · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 1383719
14 October 1997
MARPOL Annex V Examination · Re-Inspection
Physical examination · GROUP/MSO LONG ISLAND SOUND · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1112053
24 February 1997
Type not recorded
No type recorded · GROUP/MSO LONG ISLAND SOUND · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1100106
4 December 1996
Hull Examination
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1093329
24 September 1996
COI Inspection · MARPOL Annex V Examination
Physical examination · GROUP/MSO LONG ISLAND SOUND · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1142054
29 September 1995
COI Inspection · MARPOL Annex V Examination
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1191863
31 January 1995
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1143530
12 January 1995
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 863112
15 December 1994
Hull Examination
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 830878
14 October 1994
Drydock Extension
Administrative · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1175576
7 October 1994
COI Inspection · MARPOL Annex V Examination
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 861445
13 October 1993
COI Inspection
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 830193
17 November 1992
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO SAVANNAH · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 1469746
29 October 1992
Deficiency Check · COI Inspection
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1132750
22 October 1992
Hull Examination
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 954266
19 August 1992
Drydock Extension
Administrative · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 941864
10 July 1992
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MSO BOSTON · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1259435
16 June 1992
Administrative
Administrative · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1265740
16 April 1992
Administrative
Administrative · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1261640
12 December 1991
COI Inspection
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1265289
2 August 1991
Administrative
Administrative · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 933166
19 February 1991
Hull Examination
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1225348
12 December 1990
COI Inspection
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1215454
15 June 1990
Administrative
Administrative · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 929116
14 February 1990
COI Inspection
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1230404
6 February 1990
Hull Examination
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1227910
8 March 1989
COI Inspection
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 967321
22 February 1989
Hull Examination
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1346051
11 March 1988
COI Inspection
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1353150
19 February 1988
Hull Examination
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1330378
27 March 1987
Hull Examination
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1319369
27 March 1987
COI Inspection
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1336681
17 July 1986
Type not recorded
No type recorded · MIO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 988901
23 May 1986
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 989244
19 May 1986
Credit Drydock · COI Inspection
Physical examination · MIO NEW ORLEANS · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 1301823
Deficiency record · 177
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 13 May 2026
Resolved
The minimum capacity of the power fire pump shall be 50 gallons per minute at a pressure of not less than 60 psi at the pump outlet.
MIs were unable to test fire pump due to hole in firemain piping.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 13 May 2026
Resolved
All piping, valves, and fittings shall be in accordance with good marine practice and suitable for the purpose intended.
MI observed corrosion in firemain in the water tank void space leading to a hole in the piping.
46 CFR 181.15-5(c)
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 13 May 2026
Resolved
A certification that the ship has passed an inspection must be entered into the ship's log by the inspecting technician. The technician conducting the inspection and providing the certification must not be the vessel's owner, operator, master, or employee or their affiliates. Additionally, the vessel owner, operator, or ship's master must certify in the station log that the inspection was satisfactory.
Vessel did not have valid certificate onboard. Restricted to 1000 feet from shore until provided.
47 CFR 80.59(a)(2)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 13 May 2026
Resolved
Each ring life buoy with a floating waterlight must have a lanyard of at least 910 millimeters (3 feet) in length, but not more than 1,830 millimeters (6 feet), securing the waterlight around the body of the ring life buoy.
MIs observed deteriorated and detached waterlight line.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 13 May 2026
Resolved
Each ring life buoy on a vessel must be approved Be approved in accordance with 160.050 in subchapter Q of this chapter, or other standard specified by the Commandant.
MIs observed deteriorating life line on Type Approved lifebuoy.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 13 May 2026
Resolved
Portable fire extinguishers shall be installed and located to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection.
MIs observed 02 extinguishers not secured in a mounted bracket.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 13 May 2026
Resolved
Gages to indicate engine cooling water discharge temperature and lubricating oil all propulsion engine and located to be as in the view of the operator.
MI observed jacket water gauge to be covered.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 13 May 2026
Resolved
Be installed with metal supports spaced not more than 610 millimeters (24 inches) apart, and in such a manner as to avoid chafing and other damage. The use of plastic tie wraps must be limited to bundling or retention of multiple cable installations, and not used as a means of support.
MI observed bundles being secured and supported by plastic tie wraps. Proper metal support must be provided
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Division - decks, bulkheads and penetrations
Issued 13 May 2026
Resolved
Penetrations and openings in watertight bulkheads must have means to make them watertight.
MIs noticed the wire run in the stbd aft bulkhead in the water tank void was loose and not watertight.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 13 May 2026
Resolved
Connections must be made to battery terminals with permanent type connectors. Spring clips or other temporary type clamps are prohibited.
Observed wingnut on battery terminal not considered to be permanent type connection.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Electrical devices
Issued 13 May 2026
Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to prevent electrical ignition of flammable vapors.
MI observed cable hanging in bilge on STBD side of engine room.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 21 April 2025
Resolved
The design, construction, and original testing of such approved unfired pressure vessels must meet the applicable requirements of subchapter F (Marine Engineering) of this chapter.
Vessel unfired pressure vessels are overdue for inspection.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 21 April 2025
Resolved
Penetrations of required watertight bulkheads by any rigid plastic pipe systems are prohibited.
Watertight bulkhead between engine room and lazarette has a non-metallic through hull fitting.
46 CFR 182.40-1 (1) (Old T)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 21 April 2025
Resolved
All electrical installations shall be to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection.
Vessel has plastic ties instead of metal fittings holding wires to the overhead in the engine room.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 21 April 2025
Resolved
On a vessel on which the number of passengers permitted on upper decks is limited by stability criteria, as indicated by the vessel's stability letter, the maximum number of passengers allowed on an upper deck must be indicated by a durable marking of at least 25 millimeters (1 inch) numbers and letters at the entranceway to that deck.
Maximum number of allowable passengers on the upper deck is not marked.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Nautical publications
Issued 21 April 2025
Resolved
As appropriate for the intended voyage, a vessel must carry adequate and up-to-date charts and Coast Guard Light List.
Charts and light list are not up-to-date.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear
Issued 26 August 2024
Resolved
A self-propelled vessel must meet the applicable for main and auxiliary steering appartus in subchapters F. Main steering gear gear and rudder stock must be of adequate strength for and capable of steering the vessel at maximum ahead service speed.
Vessel experienced loss of hydraulic fluid steering while transiting the Charleston Harbor. Additional tests and report provided by 3rd party technician to satisfaction of attending marine inspector required prior to carrying passengers.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull damage impairing seaworthiness
Issued 25 April 2024
Resolved
Whenever damage or deterioration to hull plating 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 including fuel tanks, and may require the vessel to be drydocked or taken out of service to assess the extent of the damage, and to effect permanent repairs.
Vessel reported minor damage after collision with CAROLINA BELLE.
46 CFR 176.600(d)
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 13 February 2024
Resolved
Each connection to a conductor or terminal part of a conductor must be made within an enclosure.
Exposed wires in galley overhead and port side of engine room.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 13 February 2024
Resolved
An adult life jacket must be provided for each person carried on board a vessel.
Missing 3 type I life jackets from the required 361 needed onboard vsl.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 13 February 2024
Resolved
The name of a vessel must be marked or painted in clearly legible letters and numbers.
Additional child-size life jackets were not marked with vessel name.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 15 May 2023
Resolved
All vessels shall be provided with
a satisfactory arrangement for draining
any watertight compartment.
Hole in bilge piping system in the engine room. All bilge suctions need to be tested.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 15 May 2023
Resolved
mechanically propelled "L" vessels shall comply with the provisions of Subchapter F of this chapter.
Nonmetallic flexible hose must be in accordance with SAE J1942 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 56.01–2) and may be installed only in vital and nonvital fresh and salt water systems. Nonmetallic flexible hose must have factory-assembled end fittings requiring no further adjustment or field attachable fittings. Hose end fittings must comply with SAE J1475
Flexible hose in bilge system do not meet SAE and are not needed for flexibility.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 15 May 2023
Resolved
A vessel on a lakes, bays, and sounds, or rivers route must carry: (1) Three hand red flare distress signals approved in accordance with § 160.021 in subchapter Q of this chapter, or other standard specified by the Commandant; and (2) Three hand orange smoke distress signals approved in accordance with § 160.037 in subchapter Q of this chapter, or other standard specified by the Commandant.
Flares expired
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 15 May 2023
Resolved
Adequate emergency lighting automatically actuated upon failure of the main lighting system shall be fitted along the line of escape in vessels having lounge areas below the main deck as per §177.30-7 of this subchapter.
E lights in head area were not operable.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Protection machinery
Issued 15 May 2023
Resolved
Suitable covers, guards, or rails shall be installed in way of all exposed and hazardous places such as gears,
machinery, etc.
Both shaft guards were removed.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Means of escape
Issued 15 May 2023
Resolved
All escape hatches and other emergency exits used as means of escape must be marked on both sides in clearly legible letters at least 50 mm (2 inches) high: "EMERGENCY EXIT, KEEP CLEAR", unless such markings are deemed unnecessary by the cognizant [name withheld] on engine room scuttle top side.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Machinery
Issued 15 May 2023
Resolved
the marine inspector shall examine and test the main and auxiliary steering apparatus to the extent necessary
to determine that its condition is satisfactory.
Hydraulic leak present in lazerette.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Machinery
Issued 15 May 2023
Resolved
Exhaust gas must not leak from the piping or any connections. The piping must be properly supported by noncombustible hangers or blocks.
Port MDE has broken exhaust hangers.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Machinery
Issued 15 May 2023
Resolved
For items not covered by standards in this subchapter,inspection shall be in accordance with standards acceptable to the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, as good marine practice.
2 A/C seawater pumps and motors and 1 Stbd not mounted at bases and only supported by piping. 1 port pump needs pipe plug since discontinued and still connected to sea chest.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Machinery
Issued 15 May 2023
Resolved
For items not covered by standards in this subchapter,inspection shall be in accordance with standards acceptable to the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection, as good marine practice.
P/W head tanks are being discontinued yet have exposed wiring and pump lying in bilge.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 15 May 2023
Resolved
Lighting fixtures shall be constructed in accordance with the requirements of Underwriters' Laboratories,
Inc.
Lighting fixture main deck near bar missing protective bulb cover.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 15 May 2023
Resolved
A vessel must carry either a first-aid kit approved under approval series 160.041 or a kit with equivalent contents and instructions.
first aid kit present but missing contents per 160.041
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 15 May 2023
Resolved
Each life jacket kept in a stowage container must be readily available.
Second deck life jacket locker wouldn't open, latch was removed.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 10 May 2023
Resolved
This part is intended to provide a minimum standard of regulations for electrical installations and equipment
that will result in a vessel that is reasonably safe from fire caused by and/or originating in electrical equipment, and reasonably safe from electrical shock of personnel.
Missing cover on Port mde terminal board
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 27 April 2022
Resolved
A vessel must comply with the applicable requirements for any radio installations, including the requirements for a station license and installation certificates to be issued by FCC, as set forth in 47 CFR part 80. Vessel does not have Safety radio or Bridge to Bridge certificate. 46 CFR 121.502
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 27 April 2022
Resolved
Be approved in accordance with 160.050 in subchapter Q of this chapter, or other standard specified by the Commandant. Life rings on aft deck, fore deck, and 2nd deck mezzanine were cracked and un-servicable. 46 CFR 117.70
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 27 April 2022
Resolved
All vessels of 26 feet in length and over shall be provided with individual bilge lines and bilge suctions for each watertight component. 46 CFR 182.25.
Discharge line has a hole in it.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 27 April 2022
Resolved
Vital systems that are automatically or remotely controlled must be provided with instrumentation to monitor system parameters necessary for the safe and effective operation of the system. Crew was unable to test SSDG overspeed, low L/O pressure and high J/W temp.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 27 April 2022
Resolved
Each distribution panel or switchboard must be totally enclosed and of the dead front type. E/R breaker panel missing blanks. 46 CFR 120.330
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 27 April 2022
Resolved
Proposed alterations shall be approved by the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Windows on main deck were replaced with plywood. 46 CFR 176.20
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 27 April 2022
Resolved
Except as provided in paragraph (b) of this section, each vessel must have a stability letter issued by the Coast Guard before the vessel is placed into service. The letter sets forth conditions of operation. Stability letter states FR 21 is WTB. Sewage piping in bhd is not fully welded. Complete and conduct NDT. 46 CFR 170.120
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Magnetic compass
Issued 27 April 2022
Resolved
Except as otherwise provided in this section every vessel must be fitted with a suitable magnetic compass designed for marine use, to be mounted at the primary operating station. Vessel has replaced machinery that can effect deviation of compass and no deviation card is present. 46 CFR 121.402
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 27 April 2022
Resolved
Each vessel must have adequate emergency lighting fitted along the line of escape to the main deck from all passenger and crew spaces located below the main deck. Engine room needs another emergency light fitted to facilitate egress from back of E/R. 46 CFR 120.432
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 27 April 2022
Resolved
The Certificate of Inspection must be posted under glass or suitable transparent material, such that all pages are visible, in a conspicuous place on the vessel where passenger observation is likely. 46 CFR 115.302
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (radio communication)
Issued 27 April 2022
Resolved
A durable placard must be posted next to all radiotelephone installations with the emergency broadcast instructions and information, specific to the individual vessel. Emergency broadcast placard missing. 46 CFR 121.506
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 27 April 2022
Resolved
A vessel must carry either a first-aid kit approved under approval series 160.041 or a kit with equivalent contents and instructions. Missing kit or equivalent contents. 46 CFR 121.710
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull damage impairing seaworthiness
Issued 27 April 2022
Resolved
Examine all accessible parts of the exterior and interior of the hull, the watertight bulkheads, and weather deck. Holes in pilot house top and front present. 46 CFR 176.25
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Nautical publications
Issued 27 April 2022
Resolved
As appropriate for the intended voyage, a vessel must carry adequate and up-to-date: (1) Charts of large enough scale to make safe navigation possible; (2) U.S. Coast Pilot or similar publication; (3) Coast Guard Light List; (4) Tide Tables; and (5) Current tables, or a river current publication issued by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers or a river authority. Missing up to date charts and publications. 46 CFR 121.240
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Automatic Identification System (AIS)
Issued 27 April 2022
Resolved
AIS must be maintained in effective operating condition. AIS broadcast information according to NAVCEN is incorrect. 33 CFR 164.46
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 3 June 2021
Resolved
A power-driven fire pump shall be installed on each mechanically propelled "L" vessel. The minimum capacity of the power fire pump shall be 50 gallons per minute at a pressure of not less than 60 pounds per square inch at the pump outlet. Fire pump psi dropped to 50/55 psi when hose was engaged. Vessel restricted to less than 150 passengers until a satisfactory test of 60 psi is achieved with the fire main in the presence of a Marine Inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 3 June 2021
Resolved
All piping, valves, and fittings on the fire main shall be in accordance with good marine practice and suitable for the purpose intended. Vessel's fire main is leaking in three areas. Vessel restricted to less than 150 passengers until the fire main is hydrostatically tested to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 25 May 2021
Resolved
At each vessel inspection all observed unsafe practices, fire hazards, and other hazardous situations must be corrected. Vessel has two holes on the fire main. One is located in the engine room and the other in void space 4. Prior to carrying passengers vessel must repair and conduct hydrostatic test of fire main to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Public address system
Issued 25 May 2021
Resolved
On a vessel of more than 65 feet in length, the public address system must be a fixed installation and be audible during normal operating conditions throughout the accommodation spaces and all other spaces normally manned by crew members [name withheld] system did not operate. The voltage on the bridge was reading 212V. Must prove proper operation of system prior to carrying passengers.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 25 May 2021
Resolved
Repairs or alterations to the machinery that affect the safety of the vessel must not be made without the approval of the OCMI. Vessel replaced air receivers while in drydock at Thunderbolt. Vessel's air receivers did not have ASME "U" stamp, vessel to submit to USCG the Manufacturers Data Report (Form U1A).
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear
Issued 25 May 2021
Resolved
At each inspection all observed unsafe practices, fire hazards and other hazardous situations must be corrected. Vessel has a hydraulic leak on the steering system.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 25 May 2021
Resolved
The minimum capacity of the power fire pump shall be 50 gals per minute at a pressure of not less than 60 psi at the pump outlet. The pump outlet shall be fitted with a pressure gage. Vessel missing gage on fire main.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 25 May 2021
Resolved
Gages to indicate engine cooling water discharge temperature and lubricating oil pressure shall be provided for all propulsion engines and located so as to be in view of the operator. Vessel's oil pressure gage for the MDE on bridge is inoperable.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Means of escape
Issued 25 May 2021
Resolved
All escape hatches and other emergency exits shall be marked on both sides using at least 1 inch letters: "Emergency Exit, Keep Clear". Various escapes/exits on vessel are not labeled or only labeled on one side.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (load lines)
Issued 25 May 2021
Resolved
At each inspection all observed unsafe practices, fire hazards and other hazardous situations must be corrected. Vessel's watertight integrity is compromised due to a condensate drain in the lazarette.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 25 May 2021
Resolved
At least one ring life buoy must be fitted with a lifeline. Each lifeline must be at least 60 feet in length. Vessel is missing line on ring buoy.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 25 May 2021
Resolved
Each vessel must be equipped with at least two operable portable battery lights. One of these lights must be located at the operating station and the other at the access to the propulsion machinery space. Vessel is missing one portable light.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 25 May 2021
Resolved
Nonmetallic piping shall not be used in gasoline and diesel fuel systems. Vessel has a PVC fill on fuel line and the fuel shut off needs support.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 25 May 2021
Resolved
Batteries shall be located so that they are effectively screened by a cage or similar structure to minimize the danger of accidental spark through dropping a metal object across terminals. Battery box missing cover.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 25 May 2021
Resolved
The construction and arrangement of the vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel giving consideration to provisions for a seaworthy hull. Hatches in the fore peak and the lazarette are leaking.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (life saving)
Issued 25 May 2021
Resolved
Each vessel must carry at least one rescue boat unless the OCMI determines that the vessel is sufficiently maneuverable, arranged, and equipped to allow the crew to recover a helpless person from the water. Vessel's rescue platform is too long, vessel to provide plan to correct to the USCG.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 10 August 2020
Resolved
"L" vessels over 65 feet in accordance with Table 182.25-10(a) must be provided with 2 fixed power pumps. Bilge pump inoperable. Fire pump unable to dewater spaces. Prove proper operation of bilge pump arrangement prior to carriage of passengers.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire prevention structural integrity
Issued 10 August 2020
Resolved
General construction for vessels that carry more than 150 passengers shall meet the requirements of subpart 72.05 of Subchapter H, including Table 72.05-10(E). Demonstrate proper A-60 boundary between engine room and accommodation space.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 10 August 2020
Resolved
An adult life jacket must be provided for each person carried on board. Missing (33) adult life jackets. Restricted to carriage of 320 pax until proof that one life jacket provided for each person onboard.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Automatic Identification System (AIS)
Issued 10 August 2020
Resolved
A self-propelled vessel that is certificated to carry more than 150 passengers is required a Class A AIS. Currently only has a Class B AIS onboard. Prove proper installation of Class A AIS device.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Means of escape
Issued 10 August 2020
Resolved
All escape hatches and other emergency exits used as means of escape must be marked on both sides in clearly legible letters at least 50 millimeters (2 inches) high: “EMERGENCY EXIT, KEEP CLEAR." Emergency exits not labeled. Prove proper labeling of emergency exits.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 10 August 2020
Resolved
Covered metal trash containers shall be provided in lounge areas. Vessel shall prove proper installation of metal trash cans.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Water level indicator
Issued 19 February 2019
Resolved
Each vessel must be provided with a visual and audible alarm to indicate high water in unmanned spaces. The audible alarm only works for 1 of 5 spaces. The audible and visual alarm for the lazarette is not operational. Make repairs.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 19 February 2019
Resolved
Each crew member must be enrolled in a random drug testing program and pre-employment tested. One crewmember on the day of inspection has not been pre-employment tested and is not added to the company list. Crew member is not permitted to work on vessel until achieving these items.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › On board training and instructions
Issued 19 February 2019
Resolved
Lifejacket placards for donning instructions shall be posted in a conspicuous place accessible to passengers. No placards are posted. Post one port and stbd in main cabin.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire drills
Issued 19 February 2019
Resolved
Master and crew shall perform man overboard and fire drills. Drills not performed due to high winds.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Automatic Identification System (AIS)
Issued 19 February 2019
Resolved
Vessel is required class A AIS. Install approved class A AIS or request exception per deviations from rules (33CFR164.55). VSL currently operates in a confined geographic area.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 19 February 2019
Resolved
Float switch wire has unapproved splice. Make appropriate repairs.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Serviceable
Issued 28 June 2017
Resolved
Replace the ringbuoy on the 02 deck bow.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Markings (ship name/port)
Issued 28 June 2017
Resolved
Provide reflective tape on 2 ringbuoys on main deck.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Ground Indicator
Issued 28 June 2017
Resolved
Troubleshoot and repair open grounds in three outlets on the 02 deck.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Receptacle Outlet
Issued 28 June 2017
Resolved
Provide outlet cover for broken cover on 02 deck.
Stability › Watertight Integrity › Watertight Subdivision Standard
Issued 28 June 2017
Resolved
Remove hose between the bhd and valve on the waste line in the #2 void.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Ground Indicator
Issued 28 June 2017
Resolved
Troubleshoot and repair ground guage on switchboard.
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Piping
Issued 28 June 2017
Resolved
Properly repair the bilge pipe in the #2 void prior to carriage of passengers.
Stability › Watertight Integrity › General
Issued 28 June 2017
Resolved
Properly cap two open deck penetrations on the 02 weather deck.
Fire Fighting › Fire Pumps › Gland Sealing
Issued 28 June 2017
Resolved
Make repairs to fire pump seal.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 28 June 2017
Resolved
Remove yellow drop wire from engine room panel.
Engineering › Steering Gear System › Hydraulic Hose
Issued 28 June 2017
Resolved
Renew both hydraulic hose on steering system in lazerette. Use SAE J1942 hose.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Exhaust Manifold
Issued 28 June 2016
Resolved
Replace stbd exhaust flange in lazarette space.
Engineering › Pressure Vessel › Relief Valve
Issued 27 June 2016
Resolved
Prove proper operation of both pressure vessel relief valves.
Engineering › Pressure Vessel › Weld
Issued 27 June 2016
Resolved
Open pressure vessels (2) for internal exam.
Fire Fighting › Fire Pumps › Pressure
Issued 27 June 2016
Resolved
Prove proper operatin of fire pump (60psi).
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Not Operational
Issued 27 June 2016
Resolved
Prove proper operation of installed bilge system.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Emergency shutdown
Issued 27 June 2016
Resolved
Prove proper operation of main engine shut downs from pilot house.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Buoyant Lifeline
Issued 27 June 2016
Resolved
Replace 03 ring buoys which have deteriorated grab lines.
Fire Fighting › Means of Escape › Escape Route Signs
Issued 27 June 2016
Resolved
Ensure 2" emergency exit signs are posted throughout the vessel.
Fire Fighting › Portable CO2 Fire Extinguisher › Mounting Bracket
Issued 27 June 2016
Resolved
Replace 05 B-II fire extinguisher brackets with approved 809 or 895 brackets.
Stability › Watertight Integrity › General
Issued 27 June 2016
Resolved
Replace watertight cover on 02 deck port flood lights.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 27 June 2016
Resolved
Remove or properly secure dead end wires on stbd main and port aft engine room by A/C.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Panelboard
Issued 27 June 2016
Resolved
Secure door to constavolt in engine room.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Serviceable
Issued 27 June 2016
Resolved
Provide corrosion resistant clip for lifeline on bridge deck ring buoy.
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Radar
Issued 27 June 2016
Resolved
Properly mount and wire power inverter for radar.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 27 June 2016
Resolved
Ensure all wire connection in bridge console have retaining type connectors.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Cable
Issued 27 June 2016
Resolved
Remove and do not use any portable cables, or electrical splitters on bridge, 01 deck, and dance floor.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › Proof of Enrollment
Issued 27 June 2016
Resolved
Ensure all crew are enrolled in company drug testing program.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Piping (exhaust)
Issued 7 June 2016
Resolved
Crop and renew the deteriorated exhaust pipe flange on the stbd outboard exhaust pipe at the transom connection in the lazarette.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Cable
Issued 29 June 2012
Resolved
Remove wire nuts on the water heater electrical supply and install wire through proper clamp.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Potable Water System › General
Issued 29 June 2012
Resolved
Mount the potable water pump to the deck in the engineroom.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Refrigeration (air conditioning) › General
Issued 29 June 2012
Resolved
Mount the A/C water pump to the deck in the engineroom.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Washroom/Toilet › Toilet
Issued 29 June 2012
Resolved
Mount the toilet water pump to the deck located in the engineroom
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Piping (exhaust)
Issued 29 June 2012
Resolved
Replace the hose for exhaust cooling water on the starboard engine
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Panelboard
Issued 29 June 2012
Resolved
Ensure all electrical panels accessible to passengers are able to be locked.
Fire Fighting › Means of Escape › Escape Route Signs
Issued 29 June 2012
Resolved
Provide emergency exit signs for hatch in male head, one above deck and one on the door to the head.
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Navigation Lights
Issued 29 June 2012
Resolved
Provide proper light bulb for starboard nav light.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Buoyant Lifeline
Issued 29 June 2012
Resolved
Replace the forward life ring buoy on upper deck due to deteriorated grab line
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Self-igniting Lights
Issued 29 June 2012
Resolved
Replace the battery in the waterlight on the upper deck ring buoy
Deck/Cargo › Cargo Transfer/Lightering (liquid) › Closure Devices
Issued 29 June 2012
Resolved
Replace the closure devices in all goose neck vents.
Stability › Watertight Integrity › General
Issued 29 June 2012
Resolved
Due to deterioration, crop and renew to good metal the lower portion of the bulkhead between the engine room and lazarette. A repair proposal is to be submitted prior to commencing repairs.
Engineering › Sea-water System (primary cooling) › Valve
Issued 29 March 2010
Resolved
Lap in disks on (5) sea valves and prove proper seating with blue fit.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Hand Grab
Issued 29 March 2010
Resolved
Repair all fractures in the hand rail on fore peak.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Transverse Frame
Issued 29 March 2010
Resolved
Repair one fracture in forepeak IWO under deck frame as discussed.
Stability › Watertight Integrity › General
Issued 29 March 2010
Resolved
Clean or replace hatch gaskets and properly adjust water tight hatches throughout vessel. 46 CFR 116-1160.
Fire Fighting › Fire Main › Valves
Issued 29 March 2010
Resolved
Remove electrical tape and corrosion from the skin valve connection in the engine room port side forward (fire pump overboard).
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Transverse Bulkhead
Issued 29 March 2010
Resolved
Scale off all epoxy coating on forward bulkhead IWO steering room and provide ultrasonic thickness readings IAW 46 CFR 116.300 (b).
Engineering › Freshwater System (air cooling) › Hose
Issued 29 March 2010
Resolved
Renew raw water hoses for air conditioning cooling system IWO steering space IAW 46 CFR 119.720 and 46 CFR Sub F (CG approved hoses).
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Serviceable
Issued 29 March 2010
Resolved
Renew Ring Life buoys as needed IAW 46 CFR 117.70.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Guards for Exposed Hazards
Issued 29 March 2010
Resolved
Install guards over both propeller shafts IWO the engine room IAW 46 CFR 116.960 NLT 29APR2010.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Piping (exhaust)
Issued 29 March 2010
Resolved
Renew the starboard main engine exhaust pipe and flange IWO the steering room IAW 46 CFR 119.430 NLT 29APR10.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Piping (exhaust)
Issued 29 March 2010
Resolved
Repair all main engine exhaust pipe hangers IWO steering space NLT 29APR10.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Piping (exhaust)
Issued 29 March 2010
Resolved
Install pipe insulation on all exhaust piping and mufflers IWO steering space IAW 46 CFR 116.970 NLT 29APR10.
Engineering › Steering Gear System › Helix Shaft
Issued 29 March 2010
Resolved
Renew the linear activator (RAM) IWO the main steering system NLT 28APR10, IAW 46 CFR 119.600.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Hand Grab
Issued 29 March 2010
Resolved
Install rail courses IWO upper deck IAW 46 CFR 116.900 (f) (1) and 177.35-1 prior to carrying passengers.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › EAP Training Requirements
Issued 7 April 2009
Resolved
Provide proof that the crew has received EAP training.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › EAP Training Requirements
Issued 7 April 2009
Resolved
Provide proof that the Master has received one hour supervisor training.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › Recordkeeping
Issued 7 April 2009
Resolved
Provide proof that the marine employer has contact information for the substance abuse professional.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › MIS Submission
Issued 7 April 2009
Resolved
Provide proof that the MIS report has been submitted.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › Proof of Enrollment
Issued 7 April 2009
Resolved
Provide proof of contract with the consortium.
Navigation › Piloting/Steering › Coast Guard Light List
Issued 7 April 2009
Resolved
Provide the vessel with a copy of the CG Light List.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Other Accommodation Spaces › Recreation Space
Issued 7 April 2009
Resolved
Post exit signs throughout the passenger accommodation spaces in a manner in which they can be seen from any location within the space.
Construction/Loadline › Penetrations › Weld
Issued 7 April 2009
Resolved
Remove two plastic pipe deck penetrations IWO the engine room overhead and replace with metallic pipe.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Cable
Issued 7 April 2009
Resolved
Remove the dead end wires IWO the engine room.
Fire Fighting › Structural - A Class Divisions › Doors
Issued 7 April 2009
Resolved
Repair or replace the latch on the stairway door on the main deck.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-direct drive) › Piping (exhaust)
Issued 15 March 2007
Resolved
Exhaust leak in steering gear compartment.
Engineering › Thrusters › Motor
Issued 15 March 2007
Resolved
Bow Thurster is inoperable.
Operations/Management › Drills/Instruction › Man Overboard Recovery
Issued 15 March 2007
Resolved
Unable to conduct MOB drills due to exhaust leak preventing vessel from operating. Drills to be conducted upon completion of repairs.
Communications › Alarms/Indicators › Bilge Alarm
Issued 17 February 2006
Resolved
Audio alarm of bilge system not working.
Operations/Management › Drills/Instruction › Not Conducted
Issued 28 January 2005
Resolved
PROVIDE CREW FOR DRILLS.
Navigation › Electronic Positioning › Radio Direction Finding Device
Issued 28 January 2005
Resolved
RENEW HYDROSTAIC RELEASE SERVING EPIRB.
Navigation › Electronic Positioning › Radio Direction Finding Device
Issued 28 January 2005
Resolved
SHOW PROOF OF EPIRB REGISTRATION.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › Proof of Enrollment
Issued 28 January 2005
Resolved
SHOW PROOF OF COMPLIANCE WITH CG DRUG TESTING REGS.
Lifesaving › Visual Distress Signals (General)
Issued 28 October 2002
Resolved
RENEW BATTERY SERVING EPIRB BEFORE VESSEL SAILS ON A COASTWISE ROUTE OR NLT 28NOV2002. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Condition
Lifesaving
Issued 28 October 1999
Resolved
PROPERLY STENCIL 01 ADULT PFD.
Fire Fighting
Issued 28 October 1999
Resolved
PROVE PROPER OPERATION OF FIRE PUMP.
Fire Fighting
Issued 28 October 1999
Resolved
VESSEL SHALL NOT OPERATE UNTIL FIRE PUMP MANIFOLD IS PROPERLY REPAIRED.
Electrical
Issued 28 October 1999
Resolved
PROPERLY SECURE WIRING AND JUNCTION BOX FOR SANITARY PUMP IN ENGINE ROOM.
Lifesaving
Issued 28 October 1999
Resolved
REPLACE REFLECTIVE TAPE ON LOWER LIFEFLOAT STBD SIDE.
Electrical
Issued 28 October 1999
Resolved
PROVIDE BREAKER BLANK IN EMPTY LOCATION IN E/R DISTRIBUTION PANEL.
Lifesaving
Issued 28 October 1998
Resolved
VESSEL IS RESTRICTED TO CARRIAGE OF 176 TOTAL PERSONS ON COASTWISE NMT 20 VOYAGES, AND 293 TOTAL PERSONS ON LAKES, BAYS, AND SOUNDS VOYAGES. RESTRICTION IS APPLICABLE UNTIL SUFFICIENT ADDITIONAL LIFE FLOATS OR BUOYANT APPARATUS ARE PROVIDED.
Construction/Loadline
Issued 31 January 1995
Resolved
REPAIR REACH ROD FOR FOREPEAK BILGE SUCTION VALVE.
Construction/Loadline
Issued 31 January 1995
Resolved
INSTALL STUFFING TUBE IN FORWARD BULKHEAD IN LAZARETTE & TARBOARD SIDE.
Construction/Loadline
Issued 31 January 1995
Resolved
PERMANENTLY LABEL FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE.
Engineering
Issued 15 December 1994
Resolved
PERMANENTLY LABEL FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE. THESE REQUIREMENTS MAY BE CLEARED WITH A SIGNED STATEMENT FROM THE VESSEL MASTER STATING THAT WORK HAS BEEN COMPLETED. FAX STATEMENT TO MIO NEW YORK ATTN: JONATHAN MCDERMOTT AT [phone withheld].
Engineering
Issued 15 December 1994
Resolved
REPAIR REACH ROD FOR FOREPEAK BILGE SUCTION VALVE.
Electrical
Issued 15 December 1994
Resolved
INSTALL STUFFING TUBE IN FORWARD BULKHEAD IN LAZARETTE, STARBOARD SIDE.
Documentation
Issued 14 October 1994
Resolved
DRYDOCK VESSEL FOR EXAMINATION NOT LATER THAN 16 DEC 94. A (45) FORTY FIVEDAY EXTENSION OF THE DRYDOCK INTERVAL HAS BEEN GRANTED EFFECTIVE 31 OCT 94._x001C_ _x001C_
Construction/Loadline
Issued 7 October 1994
Resolved
MAKE PERMANENT REPAIRS TO BILGE MANIFOLD
Lifesaving
Issued 7 October 1994
Resolved
RENEW WORN SEA PAINTER FOR LIFE FLOATS.
Lifesaving
Issued 7 October 1994
Resolved
CLEAN LIFE FLOATS / REPAINT AS NECESSARY.
Fire Fighting
Issued 7 October 1994
Resolved
MAKE PERMANENT REPAIRS TO FIRE MAIN.
Documentation
Issued 29 October 1992
Resolved
PRIOR TO CARRYING PASSENGERS IN THE SAVANNAH, GA. MARINE INSPECTION ZONE YOU ARE TO CONTACT THE [name withheld] AT [phone withheld] AND PRESENT THIS VESSEL FOR EXAMINATION BY A COAST GUARD INSPECTOR.
Construction/Loadline
Issued 22 October 1992
Resolved
REPAIR CRACKED WELD IN WAY OF STBD # FIVE FRAME AND DECK PLATE.
Engineering
Issued 22 October 1992
Resolved
REPLACE PORT CUTLASS BEARINGS. PROVIDE OLD BEARINGS FOR EXAMINATION BY MARINE INSPECTOR OR PROOF OF PURCHASE OF NEW BEARINGS.
Lifesaving
Issued 14 February 1990
Resolved
RENEWED PENDANTS ON LIFE FLOATS.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety
Issued 19 May 1986
Resolved
PROVIDE PREPURGE IN ACCORDANCE WITH 46CFR 63.10-20(C) ON BOTH DIESEL FIXED HEATING UNITS.
Fire Fighting
Issued 19 May 1986
Resolved
SATISFY STRUCTURAL FIRE PROTECTION PLAN APPROVAL COMMENTS OF 15MAY86 G-PRTTLETTER AND PROVIDE INFORMATION ON FIRE RETARDANT CARPETING INSTALLED PRIOR TO CARRYING MORE THAN 149 PASSENGERS.
Construction/Loadline
Issued 19 May 1986
Resolved
MAKE THE VESSEL AVAILABLE TO THE OFFICER IN CHARGE, MARINE INSPECTION, NEW YORK CITY, NY, PRIOR TO PLACING THE VESSEL IN SERVICE.
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7 June 2021Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 7221480
25 August 2024Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 7996185
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.
Recorded names · 1
ROYAL WINNER PRINCESS II (2006–2017). 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.