Records from 2016 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 4 February 2026.
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)86.5 ft × 25.5 ft × 8.3 ft
Registered tonnagegross 98 / net 67
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderGULF CRAFT, INC · PATTERSON LA, UNITED STATES · built 1986
Hull materialAluminum
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portGULFPORT, MS
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 14 May 2026 · expires 30 June 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 it98 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
67 - 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 August 2026, matched to this hull on its Official Number. Registered and ITC measurements are two systems and are never combined. One snapshot is held so far; documentation history begins with the next.
A report is not offered for this hull: Its record holds only 2 of the seven kinds of material a report is built from: inspections, deficiencies, operational controls, tow-unit appearances, casualty records, dimensions and documentation. That is a statement about the record, not about the vessel. Reports.
Inspection history · 21
4 February 2026
Administrative Inspection · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8305977
4 December 2025
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8277381
28 February 2025
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8086392
4 December 2023
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · Examination of Repairs · Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7833264
7 November 2023
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7821365
8 May 2023
In-Service Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7683785
20 January 2023
MTSA Verification · Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7624415
2 February 2022
Administrative Inspection · DAPI Audit · Annual Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7389830
15 November 2021
Deficiency Check · Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7351053
4 January 2021
Administrative Inspection · MTSA Verification · DAPI Audit · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7119568
5 February 2020
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6903134
23 December 2019
Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6878269
16 January 2019
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6611273
11 May 2018
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6414430
7 May 2018
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6409039
23 February 2018
Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6360619
23 February 2018
MTSA Verification · DAPI Audit · Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6360636
21 March 2017
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6109255
5 January 2017
Annual Inspection · MTSA Verification · DAPI Audit · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6066509
16 August 2016
Deficiency Check · Plan Review (Other than "T")
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5975684
9 March 2016
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Mobile · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5830508
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 13 March 2025
Resolved
46 CFR 182.720 (e) Where flexible nonmetallic hose is permitted for use in piping systems by this section, it must meet SAE J–1942 or USCG Type A1, A2, B1, or B2 flexible hose. Vessel had 2 hoses on the stbd generator that were not type approved.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 27 March 2025
Resolved 24 March 2025
Resolution: Vessel rep. sent in photos of the new hoses and racor filters.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 27 February 2024
Resolved
Propulsion machinery shall be suitable in type and design for propulsion requirements of the hull in which it is installed and capable of operating at constant marine load under such requirements without exceeding its designed limitations. Vessels R/W pump had excessive leaking from the pump body.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 27 February 2024
Resolved 27 February 2024
Resolution: Vessel replaced pump.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 27 February 2024
Resolved
Decks between various spaces must meet the requirements of Table 116.415(c), decks between the engine room and an accomodation space must meet A-60. Vessel was missing some A-60 insulation above the stbd MDE.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 27 February 2024
Resolved 15 March 2024
Resolution: Vessel sent in satisfactory photos of new inulation installed.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 9 March 2023
Resolved
Coast Guard Inspectors found 115 Adult and 10 Child's Life-jackets with markings impeding the attached retro-reflective tape. Reduced passenger count to 196 Adult passengers and 21 Children due to inadequately marked life-jackets. Provide evidence of corrected retro-reflective tape for deficient Life-jackets.
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 9 March 2023
Resolved 9 March 2023
Resolution: Vessel owner satisfactorily replaced retroreflective tape on all lifejackets that was rejected, by the end of the annual inspection.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire prevention structural integrity
Issued 9 March 2023
Resolved
The inspected vessel is required to remain in compliance with it's approved fire-control plan. Inspectors noticed multiple spots throughout the Engine Room of structural fire-protection not permanently affixed to the overhead insulation. Conduct repair and provide evidence of corrected structural fire protection.
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 23 March 2023
Resolved 23 March 2023
Resolution: Received photographs detailing that the corrected structural fire-protection has been permanently affixed to the overhead insulation.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 9 March 2023
Resolved
All cables and wire must not be installed with sharp bends. Throughout the Engine Room, inspectors found multiple areas of wires with sharp bends located near both engines. Provide evidence that all wires are installed in satisfactory condition to prevent damage.
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 23 March 2023
Resolved 14 March 2023
Resolution: Received photographs regarding the installed wiring/cables with sharp bends. Adequate chaffing gear was applied, and acceptable installation was provided to prevent personnel injury or damage to equipment; satisfactory.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 9 March 2023
Resolved
All electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to minimize accidental personnel contact with energized parts. Inspectors found an electrical receptacle located in the engine room missing a proper cover. Provide corrective actions to minimize shock hazard.
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 23 March 2023
Resolved 20 March 2023
Resolution: Received photographs detailing that the installed electrical receptable in the engine room has been outfitted with a proper cover.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull damage impairing seaworthiness
Issued 9 March 2023
Resolved
The construction and arrangement of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel in accordance with the terms of its Certificate of Inspection giving consideration to provisions for a seaworthy hull. Inspectors found multiple holes located near the aft deck that lead into the lazarette. Provide evidence that all holes are sealed and that water is unable to enter through.
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 23 March 2023
Resolved 14 March 2023
Resolution: Received photographs of the properly sealed holes located near the aft deck leading into the lazarette; satisfactory. Verified with the vessel representative that these seals were able to prevent the passage of water into the lazarette.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 5 February 2020
Resolved
E-lights in e/r were found to have homemade 12v bulbs. (no ul approval and may be a fire hazard.)
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Due 5 February 2020
Resolved 5 February 2020
Resolution: Proper bulbs purshased and installed during the inspection.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Battery Charger
Issued 10 April 2018
Resolved
Properly mount battery charger IAW 46 CFR 112.350
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 10 May 2018
Resolved 7 May 2018
Resolution: Battery chargers mounted correctly.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Door
Issued 10 April 2018
Resolved
Make exit door by concession stand weatherproof IAW 46 CFR 116.1160
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 10 May 2018
Resolved 7 May 2018
Resolution: New seal installed and working.
Fire Fighting › Structural - Horizontal Zones › General
Issued 10 April 2018
Resolved
Replace and properly support insulation on ER overhead to meet structural fire protection reqirements IAW 46 CFR 116.415 insulation on now is starting to fall.
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 10 May 2018
Resolved 7 May 2018
Resolution: Insulation mounted correctly in engine room.
Electrical › Lighting (emergency) › Lighting Fixture
Issued 10 April 2018
Resolved
Repair/replace emergency lighting fixtures and prove proper operation of all emergency lighting on board IAW 46 CFR 120.432 New ones were purcahsed while on board, but only one installed.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 10 May 2018
Resolved 7 May 2018
Resolution: Three emergency lights replaced and checked.
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (General) › Marking
Issued 26 January 2017
Resolved
Two life jackets need marking and retroreflective tape IAW 46 CFR 122.604
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 26 February 2017
Resolved 26 January 2017
Resolution: New tape and markings were applied during the examination to the satisfaction of attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Serviceable
Issued 26 January 2017
Resolved
Clip on port life ring was stuck, repair as needed IAW 46 CFR 117.70
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 26 February 2017
Resolved 26 January 2017
Resolution: Repaired during examination to the satisfaction of attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Serviceable
Issued 26 January 2017
Resolved
Get rid or replace cracked, wasted life ring on fwd stbd side of pilot house and label life irng on 2nd deck, aft.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 26 February 2017
Resolved 21 March 2017
Resolution: Replaced with new.
Documentation › Markings/Placards › Warning Signs
Issued 26 January 2017
Resolved
Mark area of debarkation, letters are gone and ripped IAW 46 CFR 116.510
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 26 February 2017
Resolved 21 March 2017
Resolution: Areas properly marked.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Deck Plating
Issued 26 January 2017
Resolved
Monitor pitting area found in fwd lazarette bilge IAW 46 CFR 116.300
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 26 February 2017
Resolved 21 March 2017
Resolution: Pitting cleaned and painted to arrest further pitting.
Engineering › Steering Gear System › Hydraulic Hose
Issued 26 January 2017
Resolved
Steering system in engine room has two leaks requiring repairs IAW 46 CFR 119.600
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 26 February 2017
Resolved 21 March 2017
Resolution: The leaks in question were repaired and tested.