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HOLOLE ' A KA I

HOLOLE ' A KA I is a 1989 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 15 inspections since 2016, most recently in May 2026, along with 57 deficiencies and 5 casualty investigations between 2005 and 2014.

Records from 2005 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 4 May 2026.

Built
1989
Last inspected
4 May 2026
Documentation
Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
Controls
None recorded without a removal date

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 4 May 2026
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

WDG6253
332223
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-332223

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)52.7 ft × 29.0 ft × 6.5 ft
Registered tonnagegross 17 / net 15
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderGOLD COAST YACHTS INC · ST CROIX, VI, UNITED STATES · built 1989
Hull materialFRP (Fiberglass)
PropulsionAuxiliary Sail
Hull shapeSail (Distinct Keel)
Hull configurationTwin Hull
Hailing portHONOLULU, HI
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 7 November 2025 · expires 30 November 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 it17 - Simplified, Gross Ton
15 - Simplified, 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
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Inspection history · 15

4 May 2026 Vessel Attendance · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 8345053
1 May 2026 Deficiency Check · Vessel Attendance · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 8359476
19 May 2025 Plan Review "T" Boat · DAPI Audit · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 8131418
20 May 2024 Annual Inspection · Drydock Exam · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7874152
14 September 2023 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7770747
22 September 2022 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7546455
2 May 2022 Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7445067
3 May 2021 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7188304
19 August 2020 COI Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6978826
29 July 2020 Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7030456
11 June 2019 Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6702622
22 May 2018 Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6421991
17 May 2018 Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6415218
25 May 2017 Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6155406
11 May 2016 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 5870959

Deficiency record · 57

02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 4 May 2026 Resolved
Vessels shall be inspected for compliance with the standards required by this sub-chapter. Evidence of wood rot in stringer in starboard lazarette extending approx. 3'. Submit repair proposal for approval to attending marine inspector and repair per approved proposal. 46 CFR 176.25-1(a)
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 4 June 2026
Resolved 15 May 2026
Resolution: Repaired per repair proposal to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector. Wood rot was arrested and two planks of douglas fur were sistered to stringer.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 1 May 2026 Resolved
All vessels shall be provided with bilge pumps in accordance with Table 183.25-10(a). The provided fixed hand bilge pump for the starboard hull cannot get suction to effectively dewater the starboard hull compartments. Repair and prove proper operation in the presence of the attending marine inspector. 46 CFR 182.25-10 Old-T
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 1 May 2026
Resolution: Cleared through video. Refer to activity narrative for details.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Man Overboard Drill (MOB)
Issued 1 May 2026 Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification, the marine inspector may require that an abandon ship or man overboard drill be held under simulated emergency conditions specified by the inspector. No man overboard drill was conducted. Conduct satisfactory man overboard drill in the presence of the attending marine inspector after credit dry dock.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 18 May 2026
Resolution: Attended vessel and conducted drills. Drills sat.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire drills
Issued 1 May 2026 Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification, the marine inspector may require that a fire drill be held under simulated emergency conditions to be specified by the inspector. No fire drill was conducted. Conduct satisfactory fire drill in the presence of the attending marine inspector.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 18 May 2026
Resolution: Attended vessel and conducted drills. Drills sat.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 1 May 2026 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. Terminal strip board for the vessels stereo system in the port hull is missing the protective cover. Install a protective cover to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 May 2026
Resolved 18 May 2026
Resolution: Protective cover installed.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 1 May 2026 Resolved
Where a flexible fill pipe section is necessary, suitable flexible tubing or hose having high resistance to salt water, petroleum oils, heat and vibration, may be used. Such hose shall overlap metallic pipe ends at least 1 times the pipe diameter and shall be secured at each end by two clamps of corrosion resistant metal. The flexible section shall be accessible and as near the upper end of the filling pipe as practicable. When the flexible section is a nonconductor of electricity, the metallic sections of the filling pipe separated thereby shall be joined by a conductor for protection against static spark when filling. Port fuel tank bonding cable was disconnected and terminated. Reconnect to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector. 46 CFR 182.20-30(d) Old-T
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 May 2026
Resolved 5 May 2026
Resolution: Port fuel tank bonding cable reconnected.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 1 May 2026 Resolved
Fuses must be of the cartridge type only and be listed by Underwriters Laboratories or another independent laboratory recognized by the Commandant. The new stereo system overcurrent protection is a blade type fuse. Replace with a UL listed cartridge fuse of the same amperage to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 May 2026
Resolved 22 May 2026
Resolution: Received email from vessel rep. Bianca with a photograph of the new stereo system overcurrent protection UL cartridge fuse installed.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 1 May 2026 Resolved
A vessel of 12 meters or more in length shall be provided with a whistle. The whistle, bell and gong shall comply with the specifications in Annex III to these Rules (33 CFR part 86). Provide a whistle that complies with 33 CFR Part 86 to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 May 2026
Resolved 18 May 2026
Resolution: Verified approved sound signal.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 1 May 2026 Resolved
A submersible electric bilge pump may be used as a power bilge pump required by Table 182.520(a) only on a vessel of not more than 65 feet in length carrying not more than 49 passengers, other than a ferry, provided that: (1) The pump is listed by an independent laboratory as meeting the requirements in UL 1113. The port and starboard submersible electric bilge pumps are not UL rated. Install UL 1113 rated submersible electric bilge pumps and prove proper operation in the presence of the attending marine inspector.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 1 June 2026
Resolved 18 May 2026
Resolution: Verified UL approved bilge pumps installed.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 1 May 2026 Resolved
Overcurrent protection must be provided for each ungrounded conductor for the purpose of opening the electric circuit if the current reaches a value that causes an excessive or dangerous temperature in the conductor or conductor insulation. installed battery charger missing fuse for the positive conductor from the charger to the house battery. Install the required UL approved cartridge type fuse as described by 46 CFR 183.380(k)(1) of the appropriate size for the model of battery charger installed as per the manufacturer’s installation instructions.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 1 June 2026
Resolved 22 May 2026
Resolution: Received email from vessel rep. Bianca with photographs of the new UL cartridge fuse installed for the positive conductor from the charger to the house battery.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Railing, gangway, walkway and means for safe passage
Issued 1 May 2026 Resolved
Except as otherwise provided in this section, rails or equivalent protection shall be installed near the periphery of all-weather decks accessible to passengers and crews. Vessels bow A-frame does not meet the prescriptive requirements of 46 CFR 177.35-1. Provide a written policy that addresses how the vessel will implement physical or operational measures to a level that is considered an equivalent protection to having railings and submit to the attending marine inspector for Sector Honolulu OCMI for review and approval. 46 CFR 177.35-1(a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 1 June 2026
Resolved 11 June 2026
Resolution: Received an email from the DBC with the approved signed Railing Equivalent Written Policy as per WI-22.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 1 May 2026 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 OCMI, except during an emergency. Vessel's port and stbd toilet holding tank is connected to the bilge pump ovbd valve, which is not the configuration as the original approved drawing of the system. During the vessels dry dock staring May 4, 2026, the system must be reconfigured as the original approved drawing of the system to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector. 46 CFR 176.700(a)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 5 May 2026
Resolution: The sewage valves can be secured and locked IAW 33 CFR, while leaving the bilge valves open. The toilet has a 3-way valve to tank and overboard, required it to be locked in the tank position with mousing wire.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 19 May 2025 Resolved
Except as otherwise allowed by this subpart, a vessel must comply with the structural design requirements. The aft net lashing on the port side passenger netting is fractured. Until lashing is repaired, passengers are prohibited from accessing port side netting. Submit repair proposal to attending marine inspector. 46 CFR 177.300
Condition: Damaged By Earlier Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 30 May 2025
Resolution: Re-attended the vessel to verify the fractured area was fixed according to the approved proposal.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilation
Issued 19 May 2025 Resolved
Provision must be made for closing all supply duct cowls or scoops and exhaust duct discharge openings for a space protected by a fixed gas extinguishing system. All closure devices must be readily available and mounted in the vicinity of the vent. Outboard port side machinery space ventilation closure unable to be fully closed. Temp solution accepted, submit permanent solution to MI. 46 CFR 182.465(h)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 2 June 2025
Resolved 30 May 2025
Resolution: Re-attended the vessel to verify that the air vent closure is replaced and operational.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 19 May 2025 Resolved
Each life jacket must be marked with Type I retroreflective material approved in 46 CFR 164.018. Two child lifejackets had degraded retroreflective material. 46 CFR 185.604(h)
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 19 May 2025
Resolution: Type I retroreflective materialwas properly placed on the two child lifejackets.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 19 May 2025 Resolved
Each ring life buoy must be marked with Type II retroreflective material approved in 46 CFR 164.018. Ring life buoy was not marked with retroreflective material. 46 CFR 185.604(i)
Action required: 10 - Deficiency Rectified
Resolved 19 May 2025
Resolution: Type II retroreflective material was properly restored on Ring life buoy
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire-dampers
Issued 20 May 2024 Resolved
Provision shall be made by means of plugs, covers, etc. to prevent admission of air into the space. Stbd engine room ventilation ducting not connected to ventilation cover. 46 CFR 181.20-35 (a)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 22 May 2024
Resolution: Ducting reconnected to vent cover.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 14 September 2023 Resolved
An EAP training program must be conducted for the employer's crew members and supervisory personnel. Supervisory personnel must receive at least 60 minutes of training. Vessel Captain has not received supervisory training. Provide documentation or proof of completion of supervisory training to attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 16.401(b)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 14 October 2023
Resolved 13 October 2023
Resolution: Vessel Captain provided proof that supervisory training had been completed.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 14 September 2023 Resolved
Where flexibility is necessary, a section of flexible metallic hose may be used. Nonmetallic hose may be used provided it is especially adapted to resist the action of oil, acid and heat, and has a wall thickness sufficient to prevent collapsing or panting. Exhaust hose for port engine has lost its integrity and has collapsed. Replace exhaust hose by 24 SEP 23 and install to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 182.430(e)
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 24 September 2023
Resolved 22 September 2023
Resolution: Exhaust hose was replaced for port engine; all sat.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 14 September 2023 Resolved
A pre-engineered fixed gas fire extinguishing system must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Both engine compartments contain pre-engineered Fireboy systems. Both engine compartments are not vapor tight, decreasing the effectiveness of the Fireboy system. Make both engine compartments vapor tight by 24 SEP 23. 46 CFR 181.420(a)(4)
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 24 September 2023
Resolved 22 September 2023
Resolution: Vessel rep used foam sealant to make both engine compartments vapor tight; all sat.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 14 September 2023 Resolved
Portable fire extinguishers must be located so that they are clearly visible and readily accessible from the space being protected. The installation and location must be to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. Fire extinguisher bracket forward of the port engine compartment is broken. Replace fire extinguisher bracket and install to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 181.520
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 28 September 2023
Resolved 13 October 2023
Resolution: Vessel representative provided a photograph as proof the fire extinguisher bracket was replaced; all sat.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 14 September 2023 Resolved
A submersible electric bilge pump may be used as a power bilge pump, provided that the pump is listed by an independent laboratory as meeting the requirement in UL 1113. The installed submersible electric bilge pumps for each engine compartments do not meet UL 1113. Install bilge pumps that meet UL 1113 and demonstrate operation to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 182.520(e)(1)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 14 October 2023
Resolved 13 October 2023
Resolution: Vessel installed bilge pumps that meet UL 1113 to the satisfaction of the attending MI.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Electrical devices
Issued 14 September 2023 Resolved
Fuses in electrical systems must be of the cartridge type only. The fuse for the stereo is a blade type fuse. Install proper cartridge type fuse for the stereo in the electrical system onboard the vessel. 46 CFR 183.380(l)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 14 October 2023
Resolved 13 October 2023
Resolution: Catridge type fuse installed for stereo to the satisfaction of the attending MI.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 14 September 2023 Resolved
On a vessel of at least 26 feet in length, a visual and audible alarm must be provided at the operating station to indicate a high water level in certain unmanned spaces. Vessel only has two bilge alarm indicators, one for the port side compartments (engine compartment and head) and one for the starboard side compartments of the same arrangement. Install two additional bilge high level alarms at the operating station to ensure each space has its own bilge high level alarm indicator. 46 CFR 182.530(a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 14 October 2023
Resolved 13 October 2023
Resolution: Vessel rep demonstrated bilge high level alarms have been rewired to separate alarm indicators to the satisfaction of the attending MI.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 14 September 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. Circuit breaker for toilets, installed in the starboard engine compartment, is openly hanging by the conductors and is not mounted within an enclosure. Mount circuit breaker to the bulkhead within an enclosure to the satisfaction of the Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 183.200(b)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 28 September 2023
Resolved 13 October 2023
Resolution: Circuit breaker properly mounted to bulkhead to the satisfaction of the attending MI.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 22 September 2022 Resolved
All fuel tanks shall be electrically bonded to the common ground. The starboard fuel tank grounding wire is disconnected. Properly connect grounding wire from fuel tank to common ground. 46 CFR 182.20-25(b)(4)[Old T]
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 October 2022
Resolved 7 October 2022
Resolution: Bonding wire connected to fill cap and vessel ground.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Windows, sidescuttles and deadlights
Issued 22 September 2022 Resolved
A vessel must ensure that the material condition is satisfactory for its intended service. The tabs on the port and starboard porthole covers are missing, which prevents them from closing. Repair or replace the porthole covers on the port and starboard side to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector. 46 CFR 176.802
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 October 2022
Resolved 7 October 2022
Resolution: All porthole covers have been repaired.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 22 September 2022 Resolved
Portable fire extinguishers shall be installed and located to the satisfaction of the Officer in Charge, Marine Inspection. No portable fire extinguisher near the operating station. Mount appropriate portable fire extinguisher with approved bracket at operating station. 46 CFR 181.30-10 (b) [Old T]
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 October 2022
Resolved 7 October 2022
Resolution: Fire extinguisher has been mounted at the operating station.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Magnetic compass
Issued 22 September 2022 Resolved
Except as otherwise provided in this section, every vessel shall be fitted with a suitable compass. Vessel’s magnetic compass is not mounted at the operating station. Mount compass at the operating station. 46 CFR 184.20-1 (a) [Old T]
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 October 2022
Resolved 7 October 2022
Resolution: Magnetic compass has been mounted.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (life saving)
Issued 22 September 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. The vessel’s first-aid kit is lacking ammonia inhalants. Provide ammonia inhalants for the first-aid kit on aboard the vessel. 46 CFR 184.710
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 6 October 2022
Resolved 7 October 2022
Resolution: Ammonia inhalants provided.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 22 September 2022 Resolved
Sail rigging and components are to be maintained in accordance with good marine practice as outlined in USCG NVIC 02-16. The attending Marine Inspectors observed wastage causing a hole on the port side of the boom, a missing washer on the lower connection of the boom to the mast, and rust on the fitting located at the bottom of the forestay wire under the jib rolling furler. The crew could not produce logs or records attesting to the completion of the monthly inspections, as required by the vessel's preventative maintenance plan to adequately assess the safe condition of their sail rigging system. Operator shall schedule a third party rigging survey, to include an aloft rigging inspection, and provide the survey report to be reviewed by the attending USCG Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 176.800 (a)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 26 October 2022
Resolved 18 October 2022
Resolution: Received third party sail rigging report attesting to the satisfactory condition of the sail rigging.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 19 August 2020 Resolved
Gauges to indicate engine revoluations per minute (RPM), jacket water discharge temperature, and lubricating oil pressure must be provided for all propulsion engines installed in the vessel. The gauges must be readily visible at the operating station. The starboard engine RPM guage at the operating station was inoperable.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 19 September 2020
Resolved 8 September 2020
Resolution: The starboard engine RPM guage was corrected by a local mechanic. Operational test of the RPM guage was satisfactory.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Ballast, fuel and other tanks
Issued 19 August 2020 Resolved
Shutoff valves, installed so as to close against the fuel flow, must be fitted in the fuel supply lines, one at the tank connection and one at the engine end of the fuel line to stop fuel flow when servicing accessories. The shutoff valve at the tank must be manually operable from outside the compartment in which the valve is located, preferably from an accessible position on the weather deck. The starboard fuel shutoff does not adequately close the fuel shutoff valve.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 19 September 2020
Resolved 8 September 2020
Resolution: The starboard fuel shutoff valve pull handle wire connection was adjusted and now properly fully closed the fuel shutoff valve when pulled.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF radio installation
Issued 19 August 2020 Resolved
Vessels operated solely within 20 nautical miles of land must be equipped with a VHF-DSC radiotelephone installation meeting the requirements of § 80.1101(c)(2). VHF radio LAT/LONG for DSC operation.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 19 September 2020
Resolved 8 September 2020
Resolution: A new VHF radio with a built in GPS antenna was installed. The MMSI was programmed in, LAT/LONG was properly displayed, and a radio check was completed.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 29 July 2020 Resolved
A pre-engineered fixed gas fire extinguishing system must: Be capable of manual actuation from outside the space in addition to automatic actuation by a heat detector. Vessels stbd pre-engineered fixed gas fire extinguishing system had glass ampule broken with liquid drained out, rendering incapable of automatic activation. 46 CFR 181.420
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Resolved 19 August 2020
Resolution: Starboard pre-engineered fixed gas fire extinguishing system was removed and replaced in-kind.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 11 June 2019 Resolved
A visual indicator must be provided at the operating station to indicate when any automatic bilge pump is operating. Both port and starboard bilge pump lights at the operating station are sun-damaged. Replace bilge pump bezels at the operating station. 46 CFR 182.530(c)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 25 June 2019
Resolved 24 June 2019
Resolution: Bilge pump bezels replaced at operating station; test sat.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 11 June 2019 Resolved
On a vessel of at least 26 feet in length, a visual and audible alarm must be provided at the operating station to indicate a high water level. Both port and stbd high water bilge alarm lights are inoperable. Replace bezel and prove proper operation of high level bilge alarms. 46 CFR 182.530(a)(1)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 25 June 2019
Resolved 1 July 2019
Resolution: Bezel replaced; vessel captain proved proper operation of visual and audible alarm at operating station.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 11 June 2019 Resolved
All vessels must have navigation lights that are in compliance with the Navigation rules. Vessel's installed running lights are inoperable; however, vsl operator has placed portable running lights directly above installed lights. Prove proper operation of permanently affixed running lights. 46 CFR 183.420
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 25 June 2019
Resolved 1 July 2019
Resolution: Vessel captain proved proper operation of permanently affixed running lights.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 11 June 2019 Resolved
Each battery must be located as high above the bilge as practicable, secured to protect against shifting, and free from exposure to water splash or spray. Batteries currently sitting on keel stringers. Provide a battery tray or other means to secure batteries and to prevent batteries from shifting. 46 CFR 183.350(b)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 25 June 2019
Resolved 1 July 2019
Resolution: Battery tray and cover provided for both port and starboard batteries.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Charts
Issued 11 June 2019 Resolved
A vessel must carry adequate and up to date charts of large enough scale to make safe navigation possible. Chart is updated to 2018. Provide updated chart for operating area. 46 CFR 184.420(a)(1)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 11 July 2019
Resolved 1 July 2019
Resolution: Updated chart for operating area provided.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (load lines)
Issued 11 June 2019 Resolved
Each vessel must also be marked in accordance with part 67, subpart I of Title 46 CFR which states the name of the vessel must be marked on some clearly visible exterior part of the port and starboard bow and the stern of the vessel at least 4" in height. The hailing port of the vessel must be marked on some clearly visible exterior part of the stern of the vessel of at least 4" in height. Vessel does not have hull markings. Mark vessel name and hailing port. 46 CFR 185.602(c); 46 CFR 185.602(a), 46 CFR 67.123
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 15 July 2019
Resolved 15 July 2019
Resolution: Received pictures of hull markings.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 11 June 2019 Resolved
A pre-engineered fixed gas fire extinguishing system must have a light to indicate discharge and an audible alarm that sounds upon discharge at the operating station. Pre-engineered fixed gas fire exting. system in port engine space operates as designed; however, the visual and audible alarm are inoperable. Replace bezel at operating station. 46 CFR 181.420(b)(1) & (2).
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 25 June 2019
Resolved 1 July 2019
Resolution: Vessel captain proved proper operation of visual and audible alarm for pre-engineered fixed fire extinguishing system.
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (General) › Storage
Issued 22 May 2018 Resolved
Provide markings for stowage of both adult and child lifejackets.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 23 June 2018
Resolved 5 June 2018
Resolution: MI verrrified markings for stowage of both adult and child lifejackets.
Personnel › Certificates/Documents/Licenses › License, Radio Officer
Issued 25 May 2017 Resolved
Provide verification of Captain's FCC Operator's Permit IAW 47 CFR 13
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 25 June 2017
Resolved 26 June 2017
Resolution: Recieved photo of marine radio operator's permit.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Buoyant Lifeline
Issued 25 May 2017 Resolved
Provide lanyard with detachable clip for waterlight on starboard ring buoy IAW 46 CFR 185.612
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 25 June 2017
Resolved 17 November 2017
Resolution: Recieved photo of corrosion resistant clip.
Fire Fighting › Fixed Gas Fire Extinguishing System › Operating Controls
Issued 25 May 2017 Resolved
Post fireboy operating instructions at operating station and in the space where the system is located IAW 46 CFR 185.612
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 25 June 2017
Resolved 22 June 2017
Resolution: Recieved photo of operating instructions at both locations.
Communications › Alarms/Indicators › Bilge Alarm
Issued 20 May 2016 Resolved
Prove proper operation of port bilge high level alarm prior to carrying passengers.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 21 May 2016
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Float-free Link
Issued 20 May 2016 Resolved
Secure life float painter (float free link) to vessel.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 June 2016
Resolved 21 June 2016
Resolution: Vessel removed life floats
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Paddle
Issued 20 May 2016 Resolved
Provide paddle for life float to meet the requirement of 2 paddles per life float.
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 June 2016
Resolved 21 June 2016
Resolution: Vessel removed life floats
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Serviceable
Issued 20 May 2016 Resolved
Make approved repairs to cracks identified in 10 person life float.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 June 2016
Resolved 21 June 2016
Resolution: Vessel removed life floats
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Retroreflective Material
Issued 20 May 2016 Resolved
Replace retroreflective tape on all life floats
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 June 2016
Resolved 21 June 2016
Resolution: Vessel removed life floats
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Floating Electric Waterlight
Issued 20 May 2016 Resolved
Replace line on floating waterlight for identified 2 life floats
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 June 2016
Resolved 21 June 2016
Resolution: Vessel removed life floats
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Serviceable
Issued 20 May 2016 Resolved
Properly seal ring life buoy
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 June 2016
Resolved 21 June 2016
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Self-igniting Lights
Issued 20 May 2016 Resolved
Replace ring buoy floating waterlight with CG-approved type.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 June 2016
Resolved 21 June 2016
Lifesaving › Hand Flares › Quantity
Issued 20 May 2016 Resolved
Provide an additional 2 distress flares to meet requirement for limited coastwise route.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 June 2016
Resolved 21 June 2016
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Battery Installation
Issued 20 May 2016 Resolved
Cover and secutre battery in starboard engine compartment
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 June 2016
Resolved 21 June 2016
Documentation › Logs/Records › Logbook/Record (unofficial)
Issued 20 May 2016 Resolved
Provide logs for man overboard drills, fire drills, and EPIRB testing.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 June 2016
Resolved 21 June 2016

Casualty record · 5

28 October 2005Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 2535475
31 May 2011Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 4030949
29 March 2013Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Investigation (non-casualty) · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 4560594
19 May 2013Routine · role: Moored/Anchored in Vicinity of Primary Subject · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 dead · activity 4597457
16 July 2014Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 4925693
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.

Recorded names · 1

KAPALUA KAI (2005). 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.