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SPIRIT OF PHILADELPHIA
SPIRIT OF PHILADELPHIA is a 1989 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 36 inspections since 2016, most recently in August 2026, along with 36 deficiencies and 17 casualty investigations between 2009 and 2025.
Records from 2009 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 5 August 2026.
- Built
- 1989
- Last inspected
- 5 August 2026
- Documentation
- Case Pending · documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 36 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
- Casualties
- 17 investigations · 2009–2025
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
5 August 2026
…with no type recorded7
Deficiencies
36 recorded · 0
without a recorded resolution
Operational controls
None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record
11 calendar years (2016–2026)
Every line above is a count of records the US Coast Guard wrote, or a date it recorded.
A blank resolution means none was recorded in this data; it does not establish that a
deficiency is outstanding. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record
exists, not years in service. What Maury does
not do.
Identity
943275
WDD4763
322995
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-322995
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)156.7 ft × 35.0 ft × 7.1 ft
Registered tonnagegross 94 / net 64
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderBLOUNT MARINE CORPORATION · WARREN, RI, UNITED STATES · built 1989
Hull materialSteel
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portPHILADELPHIA, PA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationCase Pending · issued 15 December 2025 · expires 31 January 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 it94 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
64 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
64 - 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.
Vessel history report
Every record for this hull, in one document — $299
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 · 36
5 August 2026
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8456649
21 July 2026
Vessel Attendance
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8443438
18 March 2026
Administrative Inspection · MTSA Verification · Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8304858
22 September 2025
Administrative Inspection · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8238733
26 February 2025
Annual Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8084823
26 January 2025
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8069893
26 January 2025
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8085013
23 December 2024
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8050399
18 December 2024
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8083821
13 December 2024
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8047287
2 December 2024
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 8041911
2 June 2024
Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7924926
13 March 2024
Annual Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7877676
28 February 2024
Plan Review (Other than "T") · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7871503
17 January 2024
Hull Examination · Deficiency Check · Internal Structural Exam · Construction Oversight
Physical examination · Sector Long Island Sound · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7847076
18 August 2023
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7771369
15 May 2023
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7688774
8 March 2023
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · MTSA Verification · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7646378
15 September 2022
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7548894
26 January 2022
MTSA Verification · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7371605
24 March 2021
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 7162278
4 March 2020
Annual Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6919546
10 August 2019
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6791301
12 July 2019
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6747373
3 May 2019
Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6606985
1 May 2019
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6674551
9 August 2018
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Navigation Center · Activity 6505609
28 February 2018
Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6362757
19 November 2017
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6350801
13 November 2017
Plan Review (Other than "T")
Administrative · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6316497
9 August 2017
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6235016
19 June 2017
Damage Survey · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6180767
17 June 2017
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6194105
13 June 2017
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6294988
31 January 2017
Administrative Inspection · COI Inspection · DAPI Audit · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6080555
16 February 2016
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · MTSA Verification
Physical examination · Sector Delaware Bay · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5834199
Deficiency record · 36
14 - Pollution Prevention › 144 - MARPOL Annex IV (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › Sewage discharge connection
Issued 18 March 2026
Resolved
A vessel with installed toilet facilities must have a marine sanitation device that complies with 33 CFR part 159. MI observed a small pinhole in the main sanitation pipe that allowed residual sewage in bilge. Operator is to supply a repair proposal to OCMI, if a temporary repair clamp is used the Operator shall ensure a permanent repair is proposed prior to next drydock. Permanent repair shall be made in sufficient time with approved proposal, final inspection of pipe shall be made to satisfaction of attending MI. Vessel shall not carry passengers until a temp repair has been completed iaw the OCMI approved repair proposal.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 18 March 2026
Resolved
A vessel more than 65 feet in length must carry a minimum of 3 ife buoys, each life buoy must follow; iaw Sub-chapter Q 160,050; line around life buoy must not be permanently attached and a corrosion resistant clip around waterlight attached to life buoy. MI noticed 01 life ring buoy with waterlight did not have lanyard attached with corrosion resistant clip. Operator is to make repairs to life buoy to satisfaction of MI.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 18 March 2026
Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to: provide services necessary for safety under normal and emergency conditions: MI observed equipment in the lazarette space that is no longer being used. Operator is to remove or tag out equipment in space to comply with regs.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 18 March 2026
Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to: Protect crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards. MI observed that a receptacle was not attached to bulkhead and free-floating in the lazarette space. Operator shall attach receptacle to ensure it is not free-floating to satisfaction of MI.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 18 March 2026
Resolved
New installations of fire protection equipment on an existing vessel, which are completed to the satisfaction of the OCMI on or after March 11, 1996 must comply with regulations of this part. Vessel had new fire-fighting panel and equipment installed. The new fire panel was tested and operational. MI observed the old fire alarm in pilothouse still had power. Operator shall remove or secure and tag-out the old fire panel to satisfaction on attending MI.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 26 January 2025
Resolved
Propulsion machinery must be suitable in type and design for propulsion requirements of hull in which it is installed and capable of operating at constant marine load; Port engine starved of fuel, causing temporary loss of power/ propulsion. Vessel restricted prior to movement pending attendance from marine inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 13 December 2024
Resolved
(a) Fire hazards to be minimized. The general construction of the vessel must be such as to minimize fire hazards insofar as it is reasonable and practicable.
Vessel had moving blankets stuffed into the ventilation of the steering room and other compartments to keep the spaces warm so the pipes didn't freeze. When the blanket fell or was placed on the exhaust by a contractor from a previous installation, the hot dry exhaust pipe caught the blanket fire.
Vessel is restricted prior to movement until a damage survey can be completed by the attending marine inspector.
46 CFR 116.405 (a)
60C
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Oil accumulation in engine room
Issued 13 December 2024
Resolved
(b) At each inspection for certification and at every other vessel inspection the bilges and other spaces may be examined to see that there is no excessive accumulation of oil, trash, debris, or other matter that might create a fire hazard, clog bilge pumping systems, or block emergency escapes.
MI observed excessive 5 gallon buckets of oil and excessive # of oil absorbent pads in the engine room.
Vessel is restricted prior to movement until the fire hazards have been removed.
46 CFR 115.830 (b)
60C
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 15 February 2024
Resolved
Provide approval letter from Marine Safety Center for Fixed Fire Detection System.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 15 February 2024
Resolved
Provide approval letter from Marine Safety Center for Fire Detection System.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull - corrosion
Issued 17 January 2024
Resolved
Grind out clad weld in bow thruster tunnel. Provide UT shots on the ring.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 18 August 2023
Resolved
Auxiliary machinery. All machinery necessary to the routine operation of the vessel shall be checked. The stbd generator lube oil pressure switch was leaking oil. Vessel is to operate on the port generator only until the switch can be renewed. In the event it becomes necessary to operate the stbd generator the master shall notify the CG Sec Del Bay Command Center immediately.
18 - Maritime Labour Convention (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Conditions of employment)
Issued 8 March 2023
Resolved
The marine employer shall ensure that all individuals engaged or employed on board a vessel are fully indoctrinated in the requirements of this subpart, and that appropriate vessel personnel are trained as necessary in the practical applications of these requirements. Vsl recently transitioned to a new consortium for their DAPI program but was unable to provide enrolment documentation. Vsl was able to provide us the MIS report from 2021 and are waiting for the 2022 report. New consortium started February 01 2023.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 8 March 2023
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. Notice unauthorized power strip surge protector was being utilized in the pilot house.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Pipes, wires (insulation)
Issued 8 March 2023
Resolved
Piping, including valves, pipe fittings and flanges, conveying vapor, gas, or liquid, the temperature of which exceeds 150 degrees F must be insulated where necessary to prevent injuries. Lagging on the Port engine and the STBD generator are deteriorated.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Division - decks, bulkheads and penetrations
Issued 8 March 2023
Resolved
Penetrations in A-Class fire control boundaries for electrical cables, pipes, trunks, ducts, etc. must be constructed to prevent the passage of flame and smoke for one hour. Cable and wire run in the galley penetrating the ceiling does not prevent the passage of flame or smoke.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 8 March 2023
Resolved
A vessel must carry either a first-aid kit that meets the requirements in 46 CFR 199.175(b)(10) or a kit with equivalent contents and instructions. Various first aid kits had expired contents.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire prevention structural integrity
Issued 8 March 2023
Resolved
A door in a bulkhead required to be A-60, A-30, or A-15 Class must be of hollow steel or equivalent material construction, solidly filled with approved structural insulation, and capable of meeting the requirements of an A-15 Class bulkhead. Noticed that the double swinging doors from the galley (A-Class boundary) into a accommodation space was not a rated boundary door that was noted in Vessels structural fire protection plan.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 26 January 2022
Resolved
No major repairs or alterations shall be made without the knowledge and approval of the [name withheld] thruster's rudder feedback linkage had rope lashing to prevent the worn ball joint from disconnecting. Replace worn ball joint. 46 CFR 176.20-1(a).
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilation
Issued 26 January 2022
Resolved
at re inspection the marine inspector shall require that all unsafe practices and hazardous situations be corrected. Exhaust hood above the dish washer had excessive accumulation. Clean ventilation above dishwater. 46 CFR 176.25-50.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 7 May 2021
Resolved
02 light fixtures in pilothouse have exposed lamps. Provide suitable lens for fixture or alternatively replace fixture if lens is not available.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 7 May 2021
Resolved
Life buoy was found with wasted grab lines. Replace in kind with life buoy approved under 160.050.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 7 May 2021
Resolved
Fire detection system requires servicing. Have fire panel inspected and serviced.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Cleanliness
Issued 7 May 2021
Resolved
Galley fans and vents require cleaning of foreign matter for cleanliness and fire hazard. Clean fans and vents.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Warning notices
Issued 7 May 2021
Resolved
Tank space exit is not labeled. Label on both sides in clearly legible letters at least 2 inches high: “EMERGENCY EXIT, KEEP CLEAR”
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Automatic Identification System (AIS)
Issued 9 August 2018
Resolved
Vsl is broadcasting: Incorrect NAME.
Engineering › Pressure Vessel › Relief Valve
Issued 28 February 2018
Resolved
Make air reciever available for hydrostatic testing and make arrangements for testing of air relief valve to the satisfaction of attending marine inspector. 46 CFR "Old T" 182.10-5(d)
Engineering › Fuel Oil Service System › Hose
Issued 28 February 2018
Resolved
Install chaffe gear on main engine flex hose as discussed. Replace damaged flex hose on starboard engine. 46 CFR 115.800(a)
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Exhaust Manifold
Issued 28 February 2018
Resolved
Investigate location of exhaust leak in muffler void and repair as necessary. 46 CFR "Old T" 182 20-20
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Cable
Issued 19 June 2017
Resolved
EKO01: Submit electrical load analysis for port and starboard generators for review by USCG Marine Inspector. Prior to Carrying Passengers Underway.
Electrical › Electric Generation Source (service) › Metallic Enclosure/Frame
Issued 19 June 2017
Resolved
EKO02: Develop and submit repair proposal for damaged legs on port generator for review by USCG Marine Inspector. Prior to Carrying Passengers Underway.
Electrical › Electric Generation Source (service) › Generator Cable
Issued 19 June 2017
Resolved
ML01: Develop and submit to satisfaction of CGMI, load sharing policy for vessel when operating with 3 compressors to operate 1/both gensets to prevent further loss of power incidents.
Stability › Watertight Integrity › Watertight Subdivision Standard
Issued 16 March 2016
Resolved
Repair water tight door indicator for the pumproom watertight door.
Engineering › Fuel Oil Service System › Gauge
Issued 16 March 2016
Resolved
Make port fule tank sight glass availalbe for inspection.
Engineering › Compressed Air System (control) › Valve
Issued 16 March 2016
Resolved
Prove proper function of ER air reciever relief valve.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Circuit Breaker
Issued 16 March 2016
Resolved
Properly lable circuit breaker on vent panel outside ER and port side 2nd deck (GFCI breakers)
Casualty record · 17
1 January 2009Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3389047
18 April 2010Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3720242
26 March 2011Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3974171
14 April 2011Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3987044
2 December 2011Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Investigation (non-casualty) · 1 dead · activity 4202845
30 August 2013Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · 1 injured · activity 4745316
5 October 2013Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 4738435
11 February 2014Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 4797925
16 May 2014Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 4873224
20 September 2014Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 4990830
13 June 2017Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 6294988
17 June 2017Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 6194105
9 August 2017Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 6235016
19 November 2017Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 6350801
10 August 2019Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 6791301
18 December 2024Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 8083821
26 January 2025Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 8085013
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
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.