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PRINCESS GUAM

PRINCESS GUAM is a 1993 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 19 inspections since 2016, most recently in October 2025, along with 103 deficiencies — 2 with no resolution recorded —, 3 operational controls and 1 casualty investigation in 2010.

Records from 2010 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 27 October 2025.

Built
1993
Last inspected
27 October 2025
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 27 October 2025
…with no type recorded1
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

WDJ9418
393099
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-393099

Documentation record

Registered dimensions (L × B × D)54.0 ft × 29.0 ft × 6.0 ft
Registered tonnagegross 16 / net 14
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderGOLD COAST YACHTS INC · ST CROIX, VI, UNITED STATES · built 1993
Hull materialFRP (Fiberglass)
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeSail (Faired Keel)
Hull configurationTwin Hull
Hailing portAGAT, GU
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 3 September 2025 · expires 30 September 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 it16 - Simplified, Gross Ton
14 - 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
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 · 19

27 October 2025 Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · U.S. COAST GUARD FORCES MICRONESIA/SECTOR GUAM · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 8259045
10 October 2025 Deficiency Check · Damage Survey
Physical examination · U.S. COAST GUARD FORCES MICRONESIA/SECTOR GUAM · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 8250349
9 October 2025 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Station Apra Harbor · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 8250354
12 March 2025 Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · U.S. COAST GUARD FORCES MICRONESIA/SECTOR GUAM · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 8088387
6 January 2025 Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · U.S. COAST GUARD FORCES MICRONESIA/SECTOR GUAM · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 8051051
1 November 2024 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · U.S. COAST GUARD FORCES MICRONESIA/SECTOR GUAM · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 8026817
1 August 2023 COI Inspection
Physical examination · U.S. COAST GUARD FORCES MICRONESIA/SECTOR GUAM · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7757549
15 August 2022 Drydock Exam · Examination of Repairs · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · U.S. COAST GUARD FORCES MICRONESIA/SECTOR GUAM · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7571059
1 April 2022 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · U.S. COAST GUARD FORCES MICRONESIA/SECTOR GUAM · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7423923
22 July 2021 Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · U.S. COAST GUARD FORCES MICRONESIA/SECTOR GUAM · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7400366
27 March 2020 Administrative Inspection · Examination of Repairs · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · U.S. COAST GUARD FORCES MICRONESIA/SECTOR GUAM · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6933883
21 May 2019 COI Inspection · DAPI Audit · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · U.S. COAST GUARD FORCES MICRONESIA/SECTOR GUAM · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6689291
31 January 2019 Spot Check
Physical examination · U.S. COAST GUARD FORCES MICRONESIA/SECTOR GUAM · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6618445
12 December 2018 Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · In-Service Inspection · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · U.S. COAST GUARD FORCES MICRONESIA/SECTOR GUAM · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6620693
30 March 2018 Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · U.S. COAST GUARD FORCES MICRONESIA/SECTOR GUAM · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6383014
4 March 2018 Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · U.S. COAST GUARD FORCES MICRONESIA/SECTOR GUAM · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6369948
9 August 2017 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · U.S. COAST GUARD FORCES MICRONESIA/SECTOR GUAM · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6233799
31 August 2016 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · U.S. COAST GUARD FORCES MICRONESIA/SECTOR GUAM · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 5989116
1 March 2016 Drydock Extension · Deficiency Check · Hull Examination · Examination of Repairs · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · U.S. COAST GUARD FORCES MICRONESIA/SECTOR GUAM · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 5825976

Deficiency record · 103

07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ventilation
Issued 7 November 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. Engine room doors, vent closures, and openings found unable to properly secure ventilation to both port and stbd engine spaces. 46 CFR 182.465(h)
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 7 November 2025
Resolved 14 November 2025
Resolution: Air scoops on deck top glassed over. Proper ventillation from outboard freeboartd vent remains satisfactory. New rubber gaskets and bolt locks found installed on engine room doors. Space found properly sealed for pre-engineered system.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Fire protection systems
Issued 7 November 2025 Resolved
Portable and semi-portable extinguishers must be inspected and maintained in accordance with NFPA 10. One 10:B/C fire extinguisher not serviced within the year and found corroded. 46 CFR 176.810
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 7 November 2025
Resolved 14 November 2025
Resolution: Extinguisher found serviced onboard, with new tech decal stating maintenance service satisfactory Nov2025.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 7 November 2025 Resolved
A vessel not required to have a power driven fire pump must have at least three 2.5 gallon buckets, with an attached lanyard, placed so as to be easily available during an emergency. The words “FIRE BUCKET” must be stenciled in a contrasting color on each bucket. Fire buckets not available onboard. 46 CFR 181.610
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 7 November 2025
Resolved 14 November 2025
Resolution: 03 plastic buckets, properly labled, found onboard. 02 buckets were accepted as 5 gallon buckets with holes made at the mid-point to render the bucket carrying 2.5 gallons. Accepted as satisfactory.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 7 November 2025 Resolved
A portable hand bilge pump must be: Provided with suitable suction hose capable of reaching the bilge of each watertight compartment and discharging overboard. Portable bilge pump for both port and stbd storage spaces unable to reach and dewater space. Prove proper operation. 46 CFR 182.520(b)(2)
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 7 November 2025
Resolved 14 November 2025
Resolution: New portable hand bilge pump found onboard, tested satifactory from forward storage space.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 7 November 2025 Resolved
An adult life jacket must be provided for each person carried on board a vessel. In addition, a number of child size life jackets equal to at least 10% of the number of persons permitted on board must be provided. Four adult lifejackets and one child size lifejacket found no longer serviceable and taken out of service during inspection. Replace onboard per conditions on COI. Passengers limited to 44 and children limited to 05, until above lifejackets replaced and inspected onboard. 46 CFR 180.71(a)(b)
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 7 November 2025
Resolved 14 November 2025
Resolution: 04 spare servicable and marked type I PFDs inspected onboard. 02 additional child size type I PFDs inspected onboard.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 7 November 2025 Resolved
Propulsion machinery must 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. Jacket water leak found at stbd engine intercooler connection to nonmetallic hose. Replace hose and hose clamp. 46 CFR 182.200(a)
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 7 November 2025
Resolved 18 November 2025
Resolution: Heat exchanger not intercooler was found to be leaking. Pinhole leak at hose connection at weld seam, repaired by vsl's machine shop. Pressure tested by O/O. Engine ran in presence of attending MI, with no leaks or ovrheating identified. All sat.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 7 November 2025 Resolved
Pipes used for wet exhaust lines must be Schedule 80 or corrosion-resistant material and adequately protected from mechanical damage. Port engine wet exhaust system found with wasted metallic coupler in between nonmetallic hose fittings. 46 CFR 182.430(d)
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 7 November 2025
Resolved 14 November 2025
Resolution: Equivalent size diameter FRP coupler installed and fitted with double hose clamps on each end. All sat.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 7 November 2025 Resolved
A visual and audible alarm must be provided at the operating station to indicate a high water level in each normally unmanned spaces. Bilge alarms activate simultaneously do not properly identify flooded space. 46 CFR 182.530(a)
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 7 November 2025
Resolved 18 November 2025
Resolution: New electrical soldering connections made. Each bilge alarm, three spaces for each hull, six total, tested satisfactorily.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Oil accumulation in engine room
Issued 7 November 2025 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 and all required guards and protective devices must be in satisfactory condition. Stbd engine turbo charger found with oil leak at mechanical seal. 46 CFR 176.830(a)
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 21 November 2025
Resolved 14 November 2025
Resolution: New mechanical fitting and flex high pressure fitting and hose found installed satisfactorily.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 7 November 2025 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. Clean and remove dead end wires and unused electrical wiring and equipment from engine room and cabinet behind wheelhouse. 46 CFR 183.200
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 21 November 2025
Resolved 18 November 2025
Resolution: Old cables removed, switches and bus bars found attached to bulhead. All sat.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 7 November 2025 Resolved
On a nonmetallic vessel, the enclosures and frames of electrical equipment must be bonded together to a common ground by a normally non-current carrying conductor. Equipment on both port and stbd engine spaces as well as rudder posts not properly bonded to common ground. 46 CFR 183.372
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 21 November 2025
Resolved 18 November 2025
Resolution: All electrical found tied to common maine engine neagative ground, on each hull engine space. Rudder posts properly grounded to main engines and cables run through bulkead with sealant. All sat.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear
Issued 7 November 2025 No resolution recorded
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification the owner or managing operator shall be prepared to test the steering systems of the vessel and make them available for inspection to the extent necessary to determine that they are in suitable condition and fit for the service intended. Rudder posts found with corrosion and deteriorated seal due to improper bonding. At each annual inspection, check for condition. Repair or replace rudder post and seal at next credit drydock. 46 CFR 176.814 - 705 c.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 28 February 2027
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Beams, frames, floors-op. damage
Issued 7 November 2025 No resolution recorded
13) 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. Forward deck hatches at centerline, forward of superstructure, found with deteriorating wood framing. At each annual inspection, check for condition. Repair or replace at next credit drydock. 46 CFR 177.100 - 705 c.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 28 February 2027
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 10 October 2025 Resolved
Propulsion machinery must 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. Vessel experienced a marine casualty while offshore engaged in passenger operations. Failure of starboard main engine raw water impeller led to white smoke and heat in starboard engine room, engine and ventilation were secured and vessel was towed back to port. Affect permanent repairs to cooling water system, replace impeller, and perform satisfactory sea trials. 46 CFR 182.200 - 17 c.
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 10 October 2025
Resolved 11 October 2025
Resolution: Raw water impeller replaced with new, cooling system transmission cooler cleaned of debris from damaged impeller. Vessel conducted sat sea trials underway, engines run to approx 1300rpm with no temperature issues.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 12 March 2025 Resolved
Fuel shutoff valves, installed so as to close against the fuel flow, must be fitted in the fuel supply lines. Port MDE fuel shutoff does not fully actuate from outside the space and valve handle is not securely fastened to the valve.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 12 March 2025
Resolved 13 March 2025
Resolution: valve replaced
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 12 March 2025 Resolved
Fuel shutoff valves, installed so as to close against the fuel flow, must be fitted in the fuel supply lines. Starboard MDE fuel shutoff does not fully actuate from outside the space.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 12 March 2025
Resolved 13 March 2025
Resolution: valve replaced
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 12 March 2025 Resolved
All machinery and equipment must be installed and mnaintained in such a manner as to afford adequate protection from machinery failure. Port MDE throttle cable bracket is missing and is being secured with vice grip pliers.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 17 - Rectify deficiencies prior to departure
Due 12 March 2025
Resolved 13 March 2025
Resolution: bracket installed as designed.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 12 March 2025 Resolved
A vessel not required to have a power driven fire pump must have at least three 2.5 gallon buckets with an attached lanyard satisfactory to cognizant OCMI, with the words "fire bucket" in contrasting color stenciled on each bucket.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 26 March 2025
Resolved 13 March 2025
Resolution: buckets modified to only hold 2.5 gallons
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 1 November 2024 Resolved
Your vessel must undergo an annual inspection within the 3 months before or after each anniversary date. Vessel unable to conduct annual inspection by 01Nov24, 3 months past its anniversary date. Conduct Annual Inspection prior to the carriage of passengers. 46 CFR 176.500(b)(1) - 701c
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 1 November 2024
Resolved 12 March 2025
Resolution: Annual conducted.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 1 August 2023 Resolved
Provide Vessel's log with records of completed emergency drills, EPIRB test, and passenger count.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 August 2023
Resolved 4 August 2023
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Other (STCW)
Issued 1 August 2023 Resolved
Provide proof of drug and alcohol testing program for vessel crew.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 August 2023
Resolved 4 August 2023
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Nautical publications
Issued 1 August 2023 Resolved
Provide proof of up-to-date charts and nautical publications; U.S. Coastal Pilot [name withheld] List, and Tide tables.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 August 2023
Resolved 4 August 2023
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress messages: obligations and procedures
Issued 1 August 2023 Resolved
Post and Emergency broadcast placard next to VHF installation.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 August 2023
Resolved 4 August 2023
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Certificate for medical first aid
Issued 1 August 2023 Resolved
Show proof of a crew with first-aid certification.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 August 2023
Resolved 4 August 2023
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 1 August 2023 Resolved
Replace two wasted / damaged metal clip on straps.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 August 2023
Resolved 4 August 2023
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 1 August 2023 Resolved
Replaced worn retro-reflector on two life jackets.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 August 2023
Resolved 4 August 2023
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Safe means of access
Issued 1 August 2023 Resolved
Marked port & STBD engine room hatches with 2 inches letter, " EMERGENCY EXIT, KEEP CLEAR"
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 August 2023
Resolved 4 August 2023
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 1 August 2023 Resolved
Provide portable hand bilge pump with minimum capacity of 10 GPM.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 August 2023
Resolved 4 August 2023
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 1 August 2023 Resolved
Replace wing nuts used on wire conductors to batteries terminals with permanent type connectors.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 August 2023
Resolved 4 August 2023
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 1 August 2023 Resolved
Clean or replace clogged/dirty air intake filters on propulsion engines.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 August 2023
Resolved 4 August 2023
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 1 August 2023 Resolved
Secure starboard detached salt water cooling strainer for propulsion engine.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 August 2023
Resolved 4 August 2023
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Railing, gangway, walkway and means for safe passage
Issued 1 August 2023 Resolved
Install missing forward deck rails (lifelines)with the height and courses same as the existing deck rails.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 August 2023
Resolved 4 August 2023
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 1 August 2023 Resolved
Install missing all round white anchor light.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 15 August 2023
Resolved 4 August 2023
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 1 April 2022 Resolved
A vessel that is exposed to salt water more than three months in any 12 month period since the last examination must undergo a drydock examination and an internal structural at least once every two years. Pending completion of satisfactory dry dock for USCG credit, vessel is prohibited from conducting commercial operations including carriage of passengers and hazardous cargo for hire.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 10 July 2023
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
Inspection of the condition of the superstructure, masts, and similar arrangements constructed on the hull, and on the a sailing vessel all spars, standing rigging, running rigging, blocks, fittings, and sails are fit for service. Repair mast wing rotator to as original or equivalent to the satisfaction of the attending USCG MI.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 10 July 2023
Resolution: Vessel no longer operates as an aux sailing vessel; sail rigging has been removed and new stability letter from USCG headquarters issued dtd 10JUL2023.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › VHF radio installation
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
The provisions of Part III of Title III of the Communication Act require United States vessels which transport more than six passengers for hire while such vessels are being navigated on any tidewater within the jurisdiction of the United States adjacent or contiguous to the open sea, or in the open sea to carry a radiotelephone installation complying with this subpart. Prove operation of onboard VHF radio.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 7 March 2023
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire prevention structural integrity
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
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. Replace missing/repair falling noncombustible insulation in starboard engine room compartment.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 7 March 2023
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
Electrical equipment must be protected from fuel or water sources. Repair oil pump with exposed wires with missing alligator clips in starboard side main engine room compartment. Secure hanging loosely wires in way of stbd main engine block to wire harness.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 7 March 2023
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
Electrical equipment exposed to the weather must be watertight. Replace missing side covers on port and starboard side of the operating station to prevent weather damage to controls and electrical wiring inside.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 7 March 2023
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
Inspection of the condition of the superstructure, masts, and similar arrangements constructed on the hull, and on the a sailing vessel all spars, standing rigging, running rigging, blocks, fittings, and sails are fit for service. Replace missing card on mast track to as original at upcoming dry dock in March 2022.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 10 July 2023
Resolution: Sail rigging removed and new stability letter issued.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
At each inspection, toilet and washing spaces are examined to determine that they are serviceable in a sanitary condition. Replace missing side panel to cover sewage/water piping system in starboard washroom to as original.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 7 March 2023
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 14 December 2021 Resolved
Inspection of the condition of the superstructure, masts, and similar arrangements constructed on the hull, and on the a sailing vessel all spars, standing rigging, running rigging, blocks, fittings, and sails are fit for service. Replace missing tell tales on main sail to as original by next dry dock due in March 2022.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 10 July 2023
Resolution: Sail rigging removed and new stability letter issued.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 14 December 2020 Resolved
A vessel that is exposed to salt water more than three months in any 12 month period since the last examination must undergo a drydock examination an an internal structural at least once every two years. The owner has informed USCG that the required drydock examination will not be conducted prior to the due date. Vessel is restricted from carrying passengers for hire until a credit drydock examination has been completed to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 14 June 2021
Resolved 14 December 2021
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 14 December 2020 Resolved
Your vessel must undergo an annual inspection within 3 months before or after each anniversary date. Vessel owner elected to be placed in INACTIVE status per CVC-WI-018. Vessel placed in inactive status to expire on 14JUN2021, or upon completion of satisfactory inspection whichever comes sooner. Upon completion of satisfactory annual inspection, vessel is prohibited from carrying passengers for hire.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 14 June 2021
Resolved 14 December 2021
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 20 June 2019 Resolved
Vessel has new trampolines fabricated by company ANS that is still being installed by vsl crew. Vsl owner to obtain copy of spec sheets, provide operating procedures for USCG review and schedule USCG inspection prior to allowing passengers on trampolines.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 7 March 2023
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Stability Information Booklet
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
USCG approved vessel stability letter dated 28MAR2012, must be posted with COI and maintained on the vessel.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 7 June 2019
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Vessel’s USCG approved sail plan must be maintained on the vessel and be made available upon request.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 7 June 2019
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Satellite EPIRB 406MHz/1.6GHz
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Monthly tests of EPIRB must be conducted and recorded in vessel’s log book.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 7 June 2019
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Monthly inspection of portable fire extinguishers required per vessel’s COI must conducted and logged in vessel’s log book.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 7 June 2019
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Sanitary Facilities
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Remove vessel agent stores in starboard forward washroom. Space must be kept clean and free of stores.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 June 2019
Resolved 7 June 2019
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Signage for adult and children life jackets must be visibly displayed and size of letters/numbers must be at a minimum 2”. Remove multiple signs for adult and children lifejackets no longer applicable. There are multiple signs for adult lifejackets posted on starboard side.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 June 2019
Resolved 7 June 2019
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Replace reflective tape on ring buoy with new and USCG approved and replace deteriorated grab line on ring buoy and 60ft line with new.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 June 2019
Resolved 7 June 2019
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Replace broken buoyant light attached to ring buoy with new.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 June 2019
Resolved 7 June 2019
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Repair port and starboard engine room ventilation flap to close all the way to the satisfaction of attending USCG marine inspector.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 June 2019
Resolved 7 June 2019
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
First aid kit must contain all contents required per Title 46, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 160.041, and in a watertight container marked First Aid Kit and with vessel’s name.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 June 2019
Resolved 7 June 2019
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Lighting (Working spaces)
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Vessel must be equipped with two portable flashlights; one must be kept at the operating station and one available near the engine room compartment.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 June 2019
Resolved 7 June 2019
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › On board training and instructions
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Emergency instructions must be visibly posted for crew. See 46 CFR 185.510.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 June 2019
Resolved 29 July 2020
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Submit proof of enrollment in a first aid/CPR course for 50% of crew.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 June 2019
Resolved 7 June 2019
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Complete a Drug and Alcohol Program Audit.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 14 June 2019
Resolved 20 June 2019
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Bridge operation
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Emergency broadcast placard required to be posted at the operating station. 46 CFR 184.506.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 June 2019
Resolved 20 June 2019
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Panel board cover for port and starboard engine sensor electrical sensor boards.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 June 2019
Resolved 7 June 2019
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Operating station window with crazing to be replaced with new at vessel's next dry dock. Vessel crew to conduct frequent inspection of port and starboard rudder post wooden support block aft steering compartment with signs of wood rot; wooden block is used as a guide for rudder post and does not penetrate thru the hull but will need to be replaced at next dry dock. Log inspections in vessel log book.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 March 2020
Resolved 29 July 2020
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Install separate indicator lights for each port and starboard automatic bilge pump to show when it is operating.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 14 June 2019
Resolved 20 June 2019
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Replace port and starboard bilge pumps in port and starboard engine room and amid-ship. Bilge pumps must meet the requirements in UL1113, 10 gallons per minute per Table 46 CFR 182.520(a).
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 14 June 2019
Resolved 29 July 2020
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Replace heat shield in port and starboard engine room compartments to the satisfaction of the attending USCG marine inspector.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 14 June 2019
Resolved 20 June 2019
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Gauges, thermometers, etc
Issued 4 June 2019 Resolved
Replace port and starboard side engine gage covers for water temperature and battery at operating station with new.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 14 June 2019
Resolved 20 June 2019
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 16 February 2019 Resolved
46 CFR 182.530 A visual and audible bilge high level alarm must be provided at the operating station to indicate a high water level. High water bilge alarm is not sounding and visual indicator not working. Repair alarm to operating condition.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 16 February 2019
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 1 February 2019 Resolved
46 CFR 176.802(a)(3):Vessel owner/operator required to notify and schedule USCG to attend for oversight when vessel's standing rigging is scheduled to be replaced.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 15 February 2019
Resolution: Vsl owner contacted USCG day of [name withheld] visit to replace the standing rigging; no advance notification was provided to USCG that rigging was scheduled to be replaced on 15FEB2019.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 1 February 2019 Resolved
46 CFR 176.802(a)(e)/46 CFR 176.700: Prior to replacing vessel back into service, surveyor's report is required and a satisfactory sea trial must be completed to the satisfaction of the attending USCG Marine Inspector.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 16 February 2019
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 31 January 2019 Resolved
46 CFR 182.530: Replace port side float switch/alarm with new (not secured to the deck) and remove debris in way of starboard side float switch/alarm inside containment. Alarms are located beneath steps that leads from main deck inside passenger seating area into the hull.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 31 January 2019
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 31 January 2019 Resolved
46 CFR 185.100: Improper repair to starboard overhead hatch cover above steps (chopstick was used to hold the overhead door in place) versus a latch
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 31 January 2019
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Man Overboard Drill (MOB)
Issued 31 January 2019 Resolved
46 CFR 185.520/524: MOB and fire drill not conducted by vsl Captain with new crew ([name withheld] and crewmembers Nick and Shorty had not worked together before and first time together on the vessel.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 31 January 2019
15 - Safety Management Systems (ISM) › N/A - No Subsystem › Designated person(s)
Issued 31 January 2019 Resolved
NVIC 02-16: Failure to complete an inspection of standing rigging by vsl rep.'s designated person prior to carrying passengers per company's PMS.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 31 January 2019
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 31 January 2019 Resolved
Failure to conduct passenger safety orientation. Due to language barrier, tour guide gives a safety brief on the bus prior to passengers embarking vessel. Vsl O/O to ensure Master conducts passenger safety orientation; can be met IAW 46 CFR 185.506(b).
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 February 2019
Resolved 1 February 2019
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 12 December 2018 Resolved
Passengers and crew are prohibited from riding, standing, or sitting on trampoline while vessel is underway or docked. Owner must replace trampoline and submit for review specifications. Owner/operator to install guards and signs prohibiting persons from being on the trampolines.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 13 December 2018
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 12 December 2018 Resolved
Report of Marine Survey completed on 5FEB14, assessed standing rigging is recycled on a 6 year avge. Shrouds and rigging were replaced in December 2012 and is scheduled to be replaced in December 2018. Vsl. owner/operator must submit request for an extension along with an assessement report to USCG for review no later than 28DEC2019, if unable to recycle standing rigging in December 2018.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 28 December 2018
Resolved 4 January 2019
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 12 December 2018 Resolved
Owner/operator to replace missing cutting tool capable of cutting through the standing rigging in emergencies.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 12 December 2018
Resolved 13 December 2018
Resolution: Vessel owner replaced missing cutting tool with a bow cutter.
Operations/Management › Drills/Instruction › Not Conducted
Issued 12 March 2018 Resolved
Failure to conduct drill as per 46 CFR 185.420: crew training to be carried out upon first being employed and prior to getting u/w for the first time on a particular vessel.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 14 March 2018
Operations/Management › Equipment Service/Testing › EPIRB
Issued 12 March 2018 Resolved
Failure to conduct monthly EPIRB test, per 46 CFR 185.728, since taking over as new vessel owner on 30JAN2018.
Due 14 March 2018
Resolved 14 March 2018
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 12 March 2018 Resolved
Repair starboard audible and light for pre-engineered firefighting system.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 21 March 2018
Resolved 21 March 2018
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 12 March 2018 Resolved
Repair stern light to as original.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 21 March 2018
Resolved 21 March 2018
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Magnetic compass
Issued 12 March 2018 Resolved
Show proof of compass light is operable.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 21 March 2018
Resolved 21 March 2018
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 12 March 2018 Resolved
Show proof of mast light is operable.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 21 March 2018
Resolved 21 March 2018
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (Type I) › Retroreflective Material
Issued 9 August 2017 Resolved
Replace reflective tape for both adult and child life jackets with new.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 9 September 2017
Resolved 14 March 2018
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Battery Installation
Issued 9 August 2017 Resolved
Batteries below electrical panel in forward cabin to be raised off the deck on a electrolyte resistant trays and properly secured to prevent shifting.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 9 September 2017
Resolved 21 March 2018
Stability › Weathertight Integrity › General
Issued 9 August 2017 Resolved
Replace missing port hole cover in port side washroom.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 9 September 2017
Resolved 21 March 2018
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Piping
Issued 9 August 2017 Resolved
Double clamp overboard discharge hose (both ends) in starboard side hull.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 9 September 2017
Resolved 21 March 2018
Engineering › Steering Gear System › Rudder Angle Indicator
Issued 9 August 2017 Resolved
Replace rudder angle indicator support with wood rot with new in port side aft steering compartment.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 9 September 2017
Resolved 21 March 2018
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Markings (ship name/port)
Issued 1 September 2016 Resolved
Properly mark life ring and add missing retro-reflective tape.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Due 30 September 2016
Resolved 30 September 2016
Resolution: Corrected to the satisfaction of attending MI.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Self-igniting Lights
Issued 1 September 2016 Resolved
Replace expired battery for life ring water light.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 9 September 2016
Resolution: Replaced with new battery to the satisfaction of attending CGMI.
Operations/Management › Navigation Safety › Proper Use of Navigation/Anchor Lights
Issued 1 September 2016 Resolved
Prove proper operation of stern light.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 9 September 2016
Resolution: New LED bulb installed and operational test completed to the satisfaction of attending CGMI.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Battery Installation
Issued 1 September 2016 Resolved
Provide electrolyte resistant trays for port and stbd main engine starting batteries.
Condition: Improper Installation
Due 30 September 2016
Resolved 30 September 2016
Resolution: Corrected to the satisfaction of attending MI.
Fire Fighting › Structural - A Class Divisions › Windows
Issued 1 September 2016 Resolved
Replace missing port side forward window in toilet space
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Due 30 September 2016
Resolved 30 September 2016
Resolution: Corrected to the satisfaction of attending MI.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Tripping/Falling Hazard
Issued 1 September 2016 Resolved
Make repairs to holes on stbd side net on forward bow.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Due 30 September 2016
Resolved 30 September 2016
Resolution: Corrected to the satisfaction of attending MI.
Operations/Management › Lifesaving › Op Readiness/Maintenance/Inspection
Issued 1 September 2016 Resolved
Provide an implement a life saving equipment inspection log.
Condition: Improper Installation
Due 30 September 2016
Resolved 30 September 2016
Resolution: Corrected to the satisfaction of attending MI.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 1 September 2016 Resolved
Remove dead end wires throughout vessel
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Due 1 September 2016
Resolved 30 September 2016
Resolution: Corrected to the satisfaction of attending MI.
Operations/Management › Vessel Traffic Service › Sailing Plan
Issued 1 September 2016 Resolved
Provide an approved Sail Plan.
Due 1 September 2016
Resolved 27 January 2017
Resolution: Vessel representative has correct sail plan onboard.
Sail Rigging › Winches › Line Stoppers
Issued 31 August 2016 Resolved
Make proper repair or remove ratcheting windless on boom by an approved 3rd party sailboat surveyor.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Due 1 September 2016
Resolved 30 September 2016
Resolution: Corrected to the satisfaction of attending MI.
Sail Rigging › Sails › Correct Sail Area of Record
Issued 6 April 2016 Resolved
Install main-sail and jib-sail and commission sails with a sail-rigging professional, prior to using sails.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 12 April 2016
Resolution: Corrected.
Stability › Watertight Integrity › General
Issued 6 April 2016 Resolved
Adjust / repair stbd engineroom hatch and stbd fwd hatch.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 13 April 2016
Resolved 12 April 2016
Resolution: Corrected.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Superstructure
Issued 8 March 2016 Resolved
Repair stbd two-step ladder to passenger lounge.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 March 2016
Resolved 6 April 2016
Resolution: Corrected.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Superstructure
Issued 8 March 2016 Resolved
Replace in kind, port two-step ladder to passenger lounge.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 13 April 2016
Resolved 12 April 2016
Resolution: Corrected.
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Navigation Lights
Issued 8 March 2016 Resolved
Repair navigation light forward.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 15 March 2016
Resolved 6 April 2016
Resolution: Corrected.

Casualty record · 1

7 January 2010Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 3685591
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

SPIRIT OF KAUAI (2010). 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.