BELAFONTE is a 1994 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 23 inspections since 2016, most recently in April 2026, along with 10 deficiencies and 2 operational controls.
Records from 2016 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 23 April 2026.
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Coast Guard record current through 23 August 2026, retrieved 5 September 2026 from PSIX. Every field on this page was recorded by the Coast Guard. Records for the Passenger Ship class in Maury's sources begin in 2016.
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Tonnage as PSIX records it1 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton 1 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
This hull's Official Number is not in the NVDC file dated 10 August 2026 as served by NOAA Fisheries, so no documentation record is shown. Absence from that file is a fact about the file, not about the hull.
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The Coast Guard recorded this vessel and the following in the same
inspection activity — normally a tug and the barges in its tow. A recreational or
unclassed hull in the same activity is held and not published, so it does not appear
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A Simplified Stability Test conducted of BELAFONTE on May 4, 2023, confirmed that the vessel does not pass the full criteria for RHIs as required by MTN 01-08 CH-2. However, the test did demonstrate the vessel had sufficient reserve buoyancy to limit the heel to less than 14 degrees with an applied moment of 12 passengers. After reviewing the vessel's operating history, and consultation with CG-ENG, the Marine Safety Center, and the Traveling MI office, the OCMI authorixes carriage of 12 passengers under 178.320(c) until stability can be fully assessed with calculations. The following additional requirements apply: (1) the route is restricted to within 1/2-mile from shore with exception of the direct paths between Northport, Plum Island, Pilot Island, and Washington Island, (2) the vessel is permitted to operate in fair weather only, (3) the operator shall ensure passengers are evenly distributed and remain seated at all times while underway, and (4) all other provisions of the Stability letter dated September 22nd, 2014 and COI remain in effect. To be cleared to the satisfaction of an attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector upon issuance of a new and updated permanent Stability letter.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 14 June 2023
Resolved 25 April 2024
Resolution: Stability issues resolved and vessel issued new stability letter to reflect passenger reduction to 15 persons.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Stability/strength/loading information and instruments
Issued 9 May 2023Resolved
On May 9th, 2023 a review of stability records for the BELAFONTE revealed that previous Simplified Stability Testing conducted on the vessel was incorrect. As a result the current stability letter for the BELAFONTE that was issued on September 22nd, 2014 is invalid. A certificated small passenger vessel must have a valid and accurate stability review to operate as a small passenger vessel inspected under 46 CFR Sub-chapter T to safely determine the total persons allowed on board. Until a satisfactory review of stability conditions are completed the BELAFONTE may not operate as a certificated small passenger vessel. In the interim the BELAFONTE may operate as an un-inspected passenger vessel otherwise known as a "6 pack". As an un-inspected passenger vessel the BELAFONTE may not carry more than 6 passengers. Un-inspected passenger vessels are regulated under 46 CFR subchapter C. To be cleared to the satisfaction of an attending Coast Guard Marine Inspector.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 10 May 2023
Resolved 15 May 2023
Resolution: A SST was performed on 12MAY23. Based on the results of that test and discussion with CG HQ a new CG-835-V was issued until a stability calculations can be reviewed through MSC with issuance of a new stability letter.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 27 April 2022Resolved
The life ring is getting to a point that it will no longer be serviceable due to line wastage and cracking of the body. Ensure the light is properly affixed with a corrosion resistant clip and the throw line properly attached around the body of the life ring. Stencil with vessel name and ensure the ring buoy is of an approved type. Provide proof of proper installation to a CG Marine Inspector within 14 days.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 5 May 2022
Resolution: New life ring was purchased and outfitted.
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (Type I) › Condition
Issued 21 May 2018Resolved
Place in service four, USCG approved Type I PFDs.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 15 June 2018
Resolved 13 June 2018
Resolution: Four new USCG approved Type I PFDs were placed in service.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Buoyant Lifeline
Issued 21 May 2018Resolved
Place in service new USCG approved lifebuoy.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 15 June 2018
Resolved 13 June 2018
Resolution: A new USCG approved lifebuoy was placed in service.
Provide repairs to port aft deck rail attachment point.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 15 June 2018
Resolved 13 June 2018
Resolution: A new patch was glued in place per Zodiac standards.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Hull Plating
Issued 24 February 2017Resolved
Provide repairs and proof of testing to port aft sponson section.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 13 March 2017
Resolved 20 April 2017
Resolution: Repairs were made to the sponson and tested sat.
Vessel is prohibited from operating with passengers until all damage from engine fire casualty has been repaired IAW 46 CFR 182.415 &.455 to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 2 July 2016
Fire Fighting › Portable Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher › Service
Issued 8 March 2016Resolved
Purchase and place in service a USCG approved type B-II fire extinguisher.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 April 2016
Resolved 16 March 2016
Resolution: A new USCG approved B-II fire extinguisher was purchased and placed in service.
Procure and place in service SOLAS approved retroflective tape for lifebuoy.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 8 April 2016
Resolved 16 March 2016
Resolution: SOLAS approved retroflective tape was placed on the lifering.
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