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SEA EXPLORER

Passenger (Inspected) · Passenger Ship class · Built 1980s · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW)

SEA EXPLORER is a 1986 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 20 inspections since 2016, most recently in December 2025, along with 21 deficiencies, 2 operational controls and 1 casualty investigation in 2012.

Records from 2012 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 17 December 2025.

Built
1986
Last inspected
17 December 2025
Documentation
Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
Inspections
20
Deficiencies
21 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
Controls
None recorded without a removal date
Casualties
1 investigation · 2012

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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 17 December 2025
Recorded inspections20
…physical examinations19
…administrative events1
Deficiencies 21 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
Operational controls None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record 10 calendar years (2016–2025)
Every line above is a count of records the US Coast Guard wrote, or a date it recorded. A blank resolution means none was recorded in this data; it does not establish that a deficiency is outstanding. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record exists, not years in service. What Maury does not do.

Identity

US Official No.
698503
IMO number
—
Call sign
WCH9774
MISLE id
270125
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-270125

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)64.8 ft × 20.0 ft × 7.0 ft
Registered tonnagegross 60 / net 48
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderBREAUX'S BAY CRAFT · LOREAUVILLE LA, UNITED STATES · built 1986
Hull materialAluminum
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeShip
Hull configurationMonohull
Hailing portDANA POINT, CA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 5 November 2025 · expires 31 December 2026
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 it60 - Simplified, Gross Ton
48 - Simplified, Net Ton
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Vessel history report
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Every recorded inspection, 2016 to 2026 for this class, in one chronology · every deficiency, with system, dates and resolution · operational controls imposed and removed · every name this hull has been recorded under · the vessels it was inspected alongside, and when · how its record compares with hulls of similar age and size, as a fact about the population and never a judgement about this vessel.

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Inspection history · 20

17 December 2025 Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8245913
21 August 2025 Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 8136887
28 August 2024 Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7900960
28 December 2023 Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7831379
15 August 2023 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7723912
23 August 2022 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7408293
14 February 2022 Simplified Stability Test
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7397583
4 January 2022 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7392304
29 December 2021 Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7373708
22 December 2021 Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7371520
4 June 2021 COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7206647
17 February 2021 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 7142615
18 June 2020 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6926297
17 December 2019 In-Service Inspection · Plan Review "T" Boat · Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6874584
13 June 2019 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6699410
19 June 2018 Internal Structural Exam · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6414183
3 January 2018 Deficiency Check · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6298366
15 June 2017 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 6122985
1 July 2016 DAPI Audit · Deficiency Check · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 5921511
14 June 2016 Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach · USCG Southwest District (CGD-SW) · Activity 5907695

Deficiency record · 21

11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Inflatable liferafts
Issued 22 August 2025 Resolved
The light must be a floating waterlight approved under approval series 161.010 or other standard specified by the Commandant. The floating waterlight must be attached around the body of the life float or buoyant apparatus by a 10 mm (3/8 inch) lanyard, resistant to deterioration from ultraviolet light, and at least 5.5 meters (18 feet) in length. Marine Inspector (MI) observed the waterlight on 3 life floats was attached with zip ties.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 5 September 2025
Resolved 5 September 2025
Resolution: They removed the zip ties and tied the line directly to the lights.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 22 August 2025 Resolved
All cable and wire must 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 wires that were held up only by plastic ties.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 5 September 2025
Resolved 5 September 2025
Resolution: They added the wires to the metal cable holds.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 28 August 2024 Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to: Protect passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment, and electrical shock. A light fixture in the fuel compartment had a faulty connection and the running cable was not marine grade approved.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 September 2024
Resolved 25 September 2024
Resolution: Vessel O/O submitted documentation (photograph) to the satisfaction of the Coast Guard.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 28 August 2024 Resolved
Electrical equipment and installations must be suitable for the roll, pitch, and vibration of the vessel underway. The hertz meter in the engine room was not secured to the bulkhead.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 September 2024
Resolved 25 September 2024
Resolution: Vessel O/O submitted documentation (photograph) to the satisfaction of the Coast Guard.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 28 August 2024 Resolved
At each inspection for certification and at every other vessel inspection all observed unsafe practices, fire hazards, and other hazardous situations must be corrected. The hydraulic line in the engine room was not mounted to the ceiling creating an overhead hazard.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 September 2024
Resolved 25 September 2024
Resolution: Vessel O/O submitted documentation (photograph) to the satisfaction of the Coast Guard.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF radio installation
Issued 28 August 2024 Resolved
Vessels operated solely within 20 nautical miles of land must be equipped with a VHF-DSC radio installation. The installed VHF radio did not have GPS position input for full DSC capabilities.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 September 2024
Resolved 25 September 2024
Resolution: Vessel O/O submitted documentation (photograph) to the satisfaction of the Coast Guard.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Cargo Ship Safety Radio (including exemption)
Issued 28 August 2024 Resolved
Vessels required to have VHF radio equipment must undergo a detailed inspection of the radio installed by an FCC-licensed technician once every five years. If the ship passes the inspection, the technician will issue a Communication Act Safety Radiotelephony Certificate. Vessel did not have a valid FCC Radiotelephony Certificate onboard.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 September 2024
Resolved 25 September 2024
Resolution: Vessel O/O submitted documentation (photograph) to the satisfaction of the Coast Guard.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 28 August 2024 Resolved
The portable hand bilge pump shall be provided with suitable hoses for pumping bilges on the suction and discharge ends. The length of the hose for the portable hand bilge pump did not reach overboard.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 September 2024
Resolved 25 September 2024
Resolution: Vessel O/O submitted documentation (video) to the satisfaction of the Coast Guard.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Railing, gangway, walkway and means for safe passage
Issued 28 August 2024 Resolved
Rails shall consist of evenly spaced courses and the spacing between courses shall not be greater than 12 inches. The top deck aft rails did not have courses.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 September 2024
Resolved 7 October 2024
Resolution: Received satisfactory photo.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 22 December 2021 Resolved
Protect passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment, and electrical shock. Prove dead end wiring in the "Main Void" is not a hazard.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 21 January 2022
Resolved 4 February 2022
Resolution: Abandoned wire runs were removed and electrical wires reserved for future use were properly capped and electrically isolated.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Shipboard working arrangements
Issued 19 December 2019 Resolved
The owner shall provide to the OCMI all data needed to reflect installation of new generator. This data must account for any weight changes to the vessel. Reduce passenger count by 01 passengers until plan review can be completed. Total persons allowed is now 82.
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 19 December 2019
Resolved 3 January 2020
Resolution: Information for installation of new generator was received and reviewed. Vessel passenger carriage is no longer reduced by 01 person.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 17 December 2019 Resolved
Repairs or alterations to the hull, machinery, or equipment that affect the safety of the vessel must not be made without the approval of the cognizant [name withheld] or alterations that affect the safety of the vessel include, but are not limited to: replacement of propulsion and power supply systems. The owner or managing operator shall submit drawings, sketches, or written specifications describing the details of any proposed alterations to the cognizant [name withheld] alterations must be approved by the OCMI before work is started. Provide for review and approval data and or drawings of the new generator with feeder cable size and over-current protection. The vessel may not get underway prior to the resolution of this deficiency.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 60 - Rectify deficiencies prior to movement
Due 23 December 2019
Resolved 3 January 2020
Resolution: Received documentation and verified installations of new generator.
Operations/Management › Equipment Service/Testing › EPIRB
Issued 19 June 2018 Resolved
[withheld — contains personal information; the deficiency system, dates, and resolution status are shown above]
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 26 July 2018
Resolution: New Hydrostatic Release installed and properly marked.
Operations/Management › Equipment Service/Testing › EPIRB
Issued 19 June 2018 Resolved
[withheld — contains personal information; the deficiency system, dates, and resolution status are shown above]
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 26 July 2018
Resolution: EPIRB Serviced by AVALON RAFTS and replaced the expired battery.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Documentation (CG-1270)
Issued 15 June 2017 Resolved
Vessel had expired COD, provided proof of pending issuance, issued 835 requiring valid COD by 16Jul17
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 16 July 2017
Resolved 19 June 2018
Resolution: VESSEL HAD CURRENT COD UPON INSPECTION.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 15 June 2017 Resolved
Discovered dead end wiring, vessel corrected on the spot.
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 16 June 2017
Resolved 16 June 2017
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › Employee Coverage
Issued 15 June 2017 Resolved
Discovered one master wasn't listed on MIS report. Discovered he was removed due to an administrative mistake by consortium. Corrected on the spot.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 16 June 2017
Resolved 16 June 2017
Lifesaving › Buoyant Apparatus › Painter
Issued 15 June 2017 Resolved
Discovered tether for paddles was insufficient. Vessel corrected prior to departure of Marine Inspector.
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 16 June 2017
Resolved 16 June 2017
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (General) › Storage
Issued 15 June 2017 Resolved
Infant PFDs werent segregated from Adult PFD's. Corrected on the spot
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 16 June 2017
Resolved 16 June 2017
Communications › Alarms/Indicators › Bilge Alarm
Issued 1 July 2016 Resolved
Provide visual indicator at the operating station for each automatic bilge pump to indicate when pumps are in operation.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 August 2016
Resolved 8 August 2016
Resolution: Vessel installed visual and audible indicators at the bridge for all automatic bilge pumps.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Crankcase
Issued 14 June 2016 Resolved
Prove proper operation of the port Main Propulsion Engine.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 14 June 2016
Resolved 1 July 2016
Resolution: Vessel installed new port MDE and proved satisfactory operation of MDE while underway.

Casualty record · 1

11 December 2012Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 4505356
Each line is an incident investigation the Coast Guard recorded with this hull among the vessels involved, with the date and the classification the Coast Guard gave it. Involvement is not fault. The investigation narrative is not published. Source: IIR, through 2026.

Ownership record

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