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ARABELLA
ARABELLA is a 1983 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 30 inspections since 2016, most recently in April 2026, along with 126 deficiencies — 1 with no resolution recorded —, 2 operational controls and 3 casualty investigations between 2016 and 2019.
Records from 2016 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 16 April 2026.
- Built
- 1983
- Last inspected
- 16 April 2026
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 126 recorded · 1 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
- Casualties
- 3 investigations · 2016–2019
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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.
Inspection record
Last inspected
16 April 2026
…with no type recorded3
Deficiencies
126 recorded · 1
without a recorded resolution
Operational controls
None recorded without a removal date
Years with a record
11 calendar years (2016–2026)
Every line above is a count of records the US Coast Guard wrote, or a date it recorded.
A blank resolution means none was recorded in this data; it does not establish that a
deficiency is outstanding. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record
exists, not years in service. What Maury does
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Identity
1025688
8201272
WDG8486
412046
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-412046
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)120.8 ft × 24.2 ft × 17.8 ft
Registered tonnagegross 91 / net 62
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)120.8 ft × 24.2 ft × 17.8 ft
ITC tonnagegross 208 / net 114
BuilderPALMER JOHNSON INC · STURGEON BAY, WI, UNITED STATES · built 1983
Hull materialAluminum
PropulsionAuxiliary Sail
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portNEW YORK, NY
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Recreational, Registry
DocumentationValid · issued 4 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 it208 - Convention (Subpart B), Gross Ton
91 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
114 - Convention (Subpart B), Net Ton
62 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
91 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
114 - Convention (Subpart B), Net Ton
62 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
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30 inspections, each with its date, unit and type; 126 deficiencies with the resolution recorded against each; 2 operational controls with the dates imposed and removed; 3 casualty investigations, with date and classification; the documentation record: dimensions, tonnage, builder, hailing port, endorsements, dates. The counts in the summary above are the same counts, and they are free.
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Inspection history · 30
16 April 2026
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8350999
14 November 2025
Examination of Repairs · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8270018
10 November 2025
In-Service Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8251903
7 July 2025
Internal Structural Exam · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8177892
13 January 2025
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8062610
2 July 2024
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7948357
7 May 2024
Internal Structural Exam · Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7907817
19 October 2023
Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam · Examination of Repairs · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7799518
16 May 2023
COI Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7659146
19 July 2022
Internal Structural Exam · Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7511618
12 November 2021
Examination of Repairs · Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7309359
20 May 2021
Deficiency Check · Internal Structural Exam · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7201608
15 September 2020
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7058466
23 January 2020
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6894482
27 November 2019
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6872800
12 November 2019
MTSA/ISPS Verification · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6858619
16 October 2019
In-Service Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6831307
26 June 2019
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6727886
22 June 2019
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6722342
22 June 2019
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6734004
16 October 2018
Internal Structural Exam · Examination of Repairs · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6545704
17 May 2018
COI Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6416569
11 December 2017
Deficiency Check · In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6339633
8 September 2017
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6262682
12 January 2017
Damage Survey · In-Service Inspection · Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · COI Inspection · Plan Review "T" Boat
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6069500
8 December 2016
Internal Structural Exam · Deficiency Check · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6033249
24 August 2016
Deficiency Check · Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 5982766
23 August 2016
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 5995387
13 June 2016
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 5906400
13 May 2016
Damage Survey · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Virginia · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5894348
Deficiency record · 126
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 12 November 2025
Resolved
New installations of electrical equipment and material, and the repair or replacement of wire and cable, on an existing vessel, which are completed to the satisfaction of the OCMI. Vessel installed a new Port side generator, not in kind. Submit drawing, sketches, or written specification describing the details of any proposed alterations in accordance with 46 CFR 176.700 prior to carriage of passengers.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 10 November 2025
Resolved
The owner or managing operator shall make a vessel available for drydock examinations, internal structural examinations, and underwater surveys required by this section. Vessel missed their dry dock and internal structural exam. Drydock and internal structural exam shall be completed, prior to carriage of passengers.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 10 November 2025
Resolved
Each circuit breaker must meet UL 489 (incorporated by reference; see 46 CFR 175.600) or other standard specified by the Commandant, and be of the manually reset type designed for:(1) Inverse time delay;(2) Instantaneous short circuit protection; and(3) Switching duty if the breaker is used as a switch. MI observed vessel's 65 kW generator's circuit breaker is not UL 489 rated. Please submit vessel plans to demonstrate compliance.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Satellite EPIRB 406MHz/1.6GHz
Issued 7 July 2025
Resolved
*Operator stated that EPIRBS have been tested and logged. Check at reinspection*
Each EPIRB, other than an EPIRB in an inflatable liferaft, must be tested monthly, using the integrated test circuit and output indicator, to determine that it is operative. Vessel has not conducted monthly EPIRB tests. Conduct.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Nautical publications
Issued 7 July 2025
Resolved
*Operator stated that an updated chart has been provided. Check at reinspection*
As appropriate for the intended voyage, a vessel must carry adequate up-to-date: Charts of large enough scale to make safe navigation possible, U.S. Coast pilot or similar publications, Coast Guard light list, tide tables and current tables or a river current publication issued by the U.S. Army corps. of Engineers or a river authority. Vessel doesn't have updated charts and navigational publications on board. Provide.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 7 July 2025
Resolved
*Operator stated that the proper number of lifejackets is onboard and labelled. Recount all lifejackets at reinspection*
The number and identification of the items stowed inside, and their sizes must be marked in clearly legible letters and numbers on each container for life jackets... Found Children's life Jacket Stowage area unlabeled. Label.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation/maintenance
Issued 7 July 2025
Resolved
Every vessel subject to Part Ill of Title Ill of the communications act must have a detailed inspection of the radio installation by an FCC-licensed technician in accordance with 80.59 once every five years. Vessel's FCC Safety radiotelephony certificate was expired. Renew.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 7 July 2025
Resolved
Each vessel must carry a certificate with a valid endorsement while subject to the Bridge to Bridge Act. vessel had expired Bridge to Bridge certificate. Renew
within 7 days.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 7 July 2025
Resolved
*Operator provided a procedure for running the secondary bilge pump. Reinspect when all deficiencies are rectified.*
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner or managing operator shall be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspections of machinery, fuel, and piping systems, including (h) the Operational test of the means provided for pumping bilges. Could not test secondary bilge pumping system.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Means of escape
Issued 7 July 2025
Resolved
The method of opening a means of escape must be obvious, rapid, and of adequate strength. Void 1 relief valve for the vessels escape hatch was stuck making it difficult to open. Repair within 7 days.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 7 July 2025
Resolved
A vessel on an oceans, coastwise, limited coastwise, or Great Lakes route must carry—(1) Six hand red flare distress signals approved in accordance with § 160.021 in subchapter Q of this chapter, or other standard specified by the Commandant, including, but not limited to, approval series 160.121; and(2) Six hand orange smoke distress signals approved in accordance with § 160.037 in subchapter Q of this chapter, or other standard specified by the Commandant. Vessel did not have the required distress flares and smoke signals. Provide within 7 days.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 7 July 2025
No resolution recorded
*Temp repair sat. Perform full repair prior to credit DDX.*
Machinery, equipment, materials, and arrangements not covered by standards in this subchapter may be inspected in accordance with standards acceptable to the cognizant OCMI as good marine practice. MI's found a hole in the bilge piping in the generator room.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Beams, frames, floors-corrosion
Issued 7 July 2025
Resolved
Machinery, equipment, materials, and arrangements not covered by standards in this subchapter may be inspected in accordance with standards acceptable to the cognizant OCMI as good marine practice. MI's found pitting below the engine A-frame mount. Provide gauging at dry-dock.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Rudder angle indicator
Issued 7 July 2025
Resolved
Machinery, equipment, materials, and arrangements not covered by standards in this subchapter may be inspected in accordance with standards acceptable to the cognizant OCMI as good marine practice. The rudder angle indicator was found with a broken weld seam. Repair within 7 days.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 7 July 2025
Resolved
Materials used in piping systems must meet the requirements of this subpart and be otherwise acceptable to the cognizant [name withheld] found a burst raw water hose on the main propulsion engine. Repair within 7 days.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 7 July 2025
Resolved
*Operator confirmed that cable supports have been installed. Check at reinspection*
All cable and wire must: Be installed with metal supports spaced not more than 610 millimeters (24 inches) apart, and in such a manner as to avoid chafing and other damage. Electrical cable was found unsecured on the starboard side of the engine room.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 7 July 2025
Resolved
A water heater must meet the requirements of parts 53 and 63 of this chapter if rated at not more than 689 kPa (100 psig) and 121 °C (250 °F), except that an electric water heater is also acceptable if it: Is protected by a pressure-temperature relief device. A Hubbell instant hot water heater was found in the generator compartment without a pressure-temperature relief device. Provide within 7 days.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 7 July 2025
Resolved
Electrical equipment exposed to corrosive environments must be of suitable construction and corrosion-resistant. MI's found a blank missing in a distribution panel serving midship cabins, located in the generator compartment. Provide within 7 days.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire prevention structural integrity
Issued 7 July 2025
Resolved
Internal combustion engine exhausts, boiler and galley uptakes, and similar sources of ignition must be kept clear of and suitably insulated from combustible material. A small reducer used for the starboard genset exhaust was found to be made of plastic. Replace with noncombustible material within 7 days.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Bulkheads - operational damage
Issued 7 July 2025
Resolved
The general construction of the vessel must be such as to minimize fire hazards insofar as it is reasonable and practicable. A hole was found in the forward bulkhead of the generator room, on the port side, upper section. Repair within 7 days.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 7 July 2025
Resolved
Exhaust gas must not leak from the piping or any connections. The piping must be properly supported by noncombustible hangers or blocks. MI's found an exhaust bracket on the starboard genset unsecured. Secure within 7 days.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 7 July 2025
Resolved
The design, materials, and construction of masts, posts, yards, booms, bowsprits, and standing rigging on a sailing vessel must be suitable for the intended service. MI's found a rigging survey had not been conducted in accordance with the vessel's sail PMP. Conduct a rigging survey within 20 days.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Cargo & other hatchways
Issued 7 July 2025
Resolved
Where a trunk (i.e., an enclosed passageway through a deck or bulkhead) is installed, it must comply with the requirements of § 179.360(a)(1) and with the requirements of § 171.113 in subchapter S of this chapter. MI's found the forward hatch leading to the upper deck not able to fully secure. Adjust or repair as necessary to fully secure & conduct hose test.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Lighting (Accommodation)
Issued 7 July 2025
Resolved
Each lighting fixture globe, lens, or diffuser must have a guard or be made of high strength material, except in an accommodation space, radio room, galley, or similar space where it is not subject to damage. MI's found multiple broken light enclosures throughout the ship. Repair.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire prevention structural integrity
Issued 7 July 2025
Resolved
For a grill or similar type of cooking appliance, means must be provided to collect grease or fat and to prevent its spillage on wiring or the deck. MI's found unprotected cooking equipment in the food preparation area. Remove, or provide documentation that the cooking appliance does not exceed 250 deg. F. such to make it galley equipment.
15 - Safety Management Systems (ISM) › N/A - No Subsystem › Masters responsibility and authority
Issued 2 July 2024
Resolved
Violation Cite: 46 U.S.C. 2115 - Alcohol and Dangerous Drug Testing
Your vessel, ARABELLA, has been in-service from June 19, 2024 to July 5, 2024 without six members of the crew required to be enrolled in an approved Drug and Alcohol Testing program to include your ocean’s master on the return voyage from [name withheld], Capt A. Taylor.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Certificates for master and officers
Issued 2 July 2024
Resolved
Violation Cite: 46 U.S.C. 8104(a) - Watches on Vessels
To wit: After your request for reconsideration to sail short was denied, your vessel, ARABELLA, went underway with passengers for hire without a sufficient number of licensed mariners as required by your Certificate of Inspection and route of transit from July 2, 2024 to July 5, 2024.
15 - Safety Management Systems (ISM) › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency preparedness
Issued 9 May 2024
Resolved
(b) An abandon ship drill must be conducted as follows: (1) ...crew shall participate in at least one abandon ship drill each month. Conduct crew familiarization & training IAW emergency and regular duties.
46 CFR 122.520(b)(1)
15 - Safety Management Systems (ISM) › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency preparedness
Issued 9 May 2024
Resolved
(b) A fire drill must be conducted at least once each month. Conduct crew familiarization & training IAW emergency and regular duties.
46 CFR 122.524(b)
15 - Safety Management Systems (ISM) › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency preparedness
Issued 9 May 2024
Resolved
(e) Each rescue boat required in accordance with § 117.210 of this subchapter must be launched with its assigned crew aboard and maneuvered in the water as if during the actual man overboard situation... Conduct crew familiarization & training IAW emergency and regular duties.
46 CFR 122.520(e)
15 - Safety Management Systems (ISM) › N/A - No Subsystem › Company responsibility and authority
Issued 9 May 2024
Resolved
(a) Marine employers shall establish programs for the chemical testing for dangerous drugs on a random basis of crewmembers on inspected vessels... Demonstrate sufficient enrollment documentation for all crew members involved in the safe operation of the vessel during regular and emergency duties.
46 CFR 16.230(a)
15 - Safety Management Systems (ISM) › N/A - No Subsystem › Masters responsibility and authority
Issued 9 May 2024
Resolved
A station bill must be posted by the master on a vessel of more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length having a Certificate of Inspection requiring more than four crew members at any one time, including the master. Station bill onboard needs to be updated.
46 CFR 185.514(a)
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (radio communication)
Issued 9 May 2024
Resolved
(a)... stations in the maritime service must be licensed by the FCC either individually or by fleet.(b) One ship station license will be granted for operation of all maritime services transmitting equipment on board a vessel... Vessel's ship station license is expired.
46 CFR 80.13(a)-(b)
15 - Safety Management Systems (ISM) › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of the ship and equipment
Issued 9 May 2024
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification of a vessel, the owner or managing operator shall be prepared to conduct tests and have the vessel ready for inspections of the... following...(3) Inspection of the condition of the superstructure, masts, and similar arrangements constructed on the hull, and on a sailing vessel all spars, standing rigging, running rigging, blocks, fittings, and sails;
Operator will conduct and log monthly rigging equipment and components inspection IAW NVIC 02-16. Additionally, operator will remove paint bottom tang of main fisherman and send photographs to MI for further material inspection.
46 CFR 176.802(a)(3)
NVIC 02-16, GUIDANCE FOR SAIL RIGGING AND MASTS ON INSPECTED
SAILING VESSELS
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Certificates for master and officers
Issued 9 May 2024
Resolved
Near-coastal means ocean waters not more than 200 miles offshore from the U.S. and its possessions...
The vessel is certficated on an Oceans Route, however, MI observed no licensed 100GRT ocean master or mate onboard and 03 licensed 100GRT masters only endorsed for near coastal masters. Vessel limited to no more than 200 nm from shore until Owner/Operator provides documentation of qualified individuals.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Means of escape
Issued 26 October 2023
Resolved
Each door, hatch, or scuttle, used as a means of escape, must be capable of being opened by one person. Aft escape hatch too heavy to lift from below. Adjust spring assist mechanism or replace springs.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (load lines)
Issued 26 October 2023
Resolved
Aft escape hatch is not watertight, renew gaskets and make watertight.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (load lines)
Issued 26 October 2023
Resolved
Penetrations of required watertight decks and bulkheads by any rigid plastic pipe are prohibited unless where both plastic and metallic materials are used in piping that penetrates a bulkhead, and the two materials
exist entirely on opposite sides of the bulkhead, a metallic shutoff valve must be installed at the bulkhead in the metallic part of the system. Stbd side fwd watertight bulkhead in lazarette: Install a valve at bulkhead in metallic piping where plastic tubing is run.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Auxiliary engine
Issued 26 October 2023
Resolved
The owner or managing operator shall submit drawings, sketches, or written specifications describing the
details of any proposed alterations. Submit raw water cooling pipe modification drawings for the port and starboard generators to the USCG Marine Safety Center and obtain approval. Install IAW the approved plans to the satisfaction of the attending USCG Marine Inspector prior to carriage of passengers.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire patrol
Issued 26 October 2023
Resolved
Irrespective of build date, a vessel to which Subchapter T applies must meet 46 CFR 184.410(b) if it is not a ferry and has overnight accommodations for passengers no later than March 28, 2022. Vessel must submit plans to the cognizant OCMI for the installation and use of the monitoring device to ensure the wakefulness of the watchmen required by 46 CFR 185.410(a). Installation to be IAW approved plans and to the satisfaction of the attending USCG Marine Inspector.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 16 May 2023
Resolved
Each overnight accommodation space on a vessel with overnight accommodations for passengers must be fitted with an independent modular smoke detecting and alarm unit in compliance with 181.450. Notifier system is displaying a fault alarm after the secondary source of power was renewed. Technician's report will be required prior to overnight passengers.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Launching arrangements for survival craft
Issued 16 May 2023
Resolved
Each survival craft must be provided a hydrostatic release unit. All three liferafts had HRU due to expire in June. Renew prior to operation beyond 3 NM from the shore.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Fire protection systems
Issued 16 May 2023
Resolved
For portable fire extinguishers, the inspections, maintenance procedures, and hydrostatic pressure tests required by Ch. 4 NFPA 10. Monthly checks weren't being completed, one of the bracket securing straps were broken and the discharge horn on the portable at the operating station was broken.
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Public address system
Issued 16 May 2023
Resolved
On a vessel of more than 65 feet in length the public address sytem must be a fixed installation and be audible during normal operating conditions throughout the accomodation space. PA system was determined to insufficient as interference was making the message unreadable.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 19 July 2022
Resolved
Adult lifejackets have expired lights. Replace all expired lights.
46CFR180.25-20(a)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 19 July 2022
Resolved
Vessels EPIRB registration expire. EPIRB hydrostatic release expired. Complete EPIRB registration and replace hydrostatic release unit.
46CFR180.40-1
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances
Issued 19 July 2022
Resolved
Vessel liferafts are expired. Service all liferafts.
46CFR185.730(a)(2)
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Closing devices/watertight doors
Issued 19 July 2022
Resolved
Complete outsatnding defs regarding clevis pins and aft hatch watertight integrity. Complete w/in one week.
46CFR177.330
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 19 July 2022
Resolved
Vessel is restricted to an LBS route untill all L/S requirements have been met.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances
Issued 19 July 2022
Resolved
Vessel is required to have instructive placards for donning life preservers.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 19 July 2022
Resolved
ARABELLA uses overnight accommodations for passengers and is therefore subject to interim rule contained in 46USC3306(n). Vsl must install interconnected fire detection system in all spaces where passengers or crew have routine access. Vsl has system installed but has no means to test system. Must test system in presence on MI.
46USC3306(n)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Other (accident prevention)
Issued 19 July 2022
Resolved
Vsl must submit written procedures for safe handling of storage of potentially haz items, rechargeable batteries, procedures for monthly egress training, procedures for watchkeeping monitoring and device installation to ensure wakefulness of required night watchmen and procedures for passenger egress drills prior to getting uw.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Cargo & other hatchways
Issued 12 November 2021
Resolved
A FLUSH MOUNTED DECK HATCH EXPOSED TO THE WEATHER SHALL BE WATERTIGHT. REPAIR LAZARETTE MAIN DECK WT HATCH, DEMONSTRATE WATERTIGHT. TEMP REPAIR ACCEPTED FOR ONE TIME VOYAGE TO HOMEPORT.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Railing, gangway, walkway and means for safe passage
Issued 12 November 2021
Resolved
RAILS MUST BE INSTALLED ON THE PERIPHERY OF THE VESSEL IN ALL AREAS ACCESSIBLE TO PASSENGERS OR CREW. REPAIR DEFLECTED STAINLESS TUBE RAIL PORT AFT, ENSURE ALL ADJUSTIBLE LIFELINES CAN BE MADE UP TAUGHT
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 12 November 2021
Resolved
THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF A SAILING VESSELS STANDING RIGGING MUST BE SUITABLE FOR THE INTENDED SERVICE.THE CLEVIS PIN(S); COTTER PIN'S FOR BOW SPRIT STAYS/SHROUDS ((2 CLEVIS PIN LOCATIONS; "PORT" WISKER STAY OR BOWSPRIT SHROUD TO SIDESHELL PADEYE AND BOBSTAY TO STEM PADEYE)PULLING THRU, REMOVE OLD AND REPLACE W/NEW.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 12 November 2021
Resolved
THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF A SAILING VESSELS STANDING RIGGING MUST BE SUITABLE FOR THE INTENDED SERVICE. MONTHLY SELF INSPECTION OF RIG IAW OWNER'S PMP NOT DOCUMENTED SINCE MAY/JUNE 2021, CONDUCT MONTHLY SELF INSPECTION OF RIG AND DOCUMENT.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 20 May 2021
Resolved
Vessel's crew was unable to demonstrate operation of fire pump in machinery space. Master will provide training to crew to gain proficiency.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Inflatable liferafts
Issued 20 May 2021
Resolved
Liferaft servicing expired Mar2021, and need to be serviced prior to sailing on limited coastwise route.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (navigation)
Issued 20 May 2021
Resolved
Repair/replace mizzen main sheet.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (navigation)
Issued 20 May 2021
Resolved
Conduct annual rig survey IAW PMP.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (life saving)
Issued 20 May 2021
Resolved
The vessel had just brought new life rings on board and in process of replacing the old life rings. Vessel must provide proof that new life rings have proper labeling prior to being put into service.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 20 May 2021
Resolved
Child pfds need lights.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 20 May 2021
Resolved
Vessel had heaters on board over 1,000W that did not have grounding prongs. Vessels were taken out of service while inspection team was on board.
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery space openings
Issued 26 June 2019
Resolved
Make wire penetration through aft bulkhead in generator room watertight.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Satellite EPIRB 406MHz/1.6GHz
Issued 26 June 2019
Resolved
The battery on the Epirb is expired, replace prior to operating beyong 3 miles from shore.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 26 June 2019
Resolved
Repair fire alarm repeater at the helm.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 26 June 2019
Resolved
Demonstrate proper operation of the installed bilge pump.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 26 June 2019
Resolved
Demonstrate proper operation of the secondary bilge pump. Vessel must have a portable bilge pump with enough hose to pump water on to the open deck.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 26 June 2019
Resolved
Complete monthly rigging inspection.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 26 June 2019
Resolved
Write a running rigging inventory list.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 26 June 2019
Resolved
Resolve trouble alarm on the fire detection panel in the galley.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 26 June 2019
Resolved
The pipe between the foward and aft fire hydrant is corroded and needs to be replaced. The fwd hydrant is fully operational the aft had to be blanked off to prevent water damage to the interior of the main deck acoomidation area.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Closing devices/watertight doors
Issued 16 October 2018
Resolved
Make permanent repairs to door leading to SSDG machinery space prior to carrying passengers. Cleared previous deficiency, re-issued requiring repairs PTCP.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Bulkhead -corrosion
Issued 16 October 2018
Resolved
Make permanent repairs to WTD bulkhead aft SSDG machinery space centerline, bulkhead not watertight. Bolt hole and non-watertight cable penetration through bulkhead.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Ventilation (Accommodation)
Issued 16 October 2018
Resolved
Make permanent repairs to broken vent piping in bilge of fwd crew quarters. Vent terminates in bilge, vessel's crew unable to determine if vent is from MSD or water tank.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (fire safety)
Issued 16 October 2018
Resolved
Properly secure and hang fuel supply piping aft of SSDG machinery space. Piping is not secured and loose.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Serviceable
Issued 17 May 2018
Resolved
vessel needs to replace 01 life buoy due to deterioration
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Serviceable
Issued 17 May 2018
Resolved
vessel must put reflective tape on 01 life buoy.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › Testing, Serious Marine Incident
Issued 17 May 2018
Resolved
vessel needs to provide alcohol test strips for entire crew.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Door
Issued 17 May 2018
Resolved
vessel needs to repair door leading into generator space.
Fire Fighting › Fire Pumps › Gland Sealing
Issued 17 May 2018
Resolved
vessel needs to repair mechanical seal on fire pump.
Fire Fighting › Fixed Fire Detection System › Smoke Detectors
Issued 17 May 2018
Resolved
vessel needs to repair smoke detector in cabin 4
Electrical › Lighting (emergency) › Lighting Fixture
Issued 17 May 2018
Resolved
vessel needs to ensure all emergency lighting in operable.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Deck Rail
Issued 17 May 2018
Resolved
vessel needs to replace 02 cracked shackles.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Ventilation › General
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Clean the grease extration hood in the galley.
Operations/Management › Drills/Instruction › Man Overboard Recovery
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Prior to operating under sail; conduct drills under sail with USCG MI.
Engineering › Steam Boiler (auxiliary/waste heat) › Fuel Oil Burner
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Demonstrate safety shut downs on oil fired boiler in generator space. Boiler is tagged out until shutdowns can be demonstrated.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Cable
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Mount generator inverter panel.
Deck/Cargo › Mooring/Anchoring › Brake
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Repair stbd anchor windlass.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (emergency) › Overcurrent Device
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Provide protection for the battery backup on/off switch for the fire detection panel.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion/auxiliary-electric) › Exhaust Manifold
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Properly mount the exhaust water lift for the 40kW generator.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion/auxiliary-electric) › Exhaust Manifold
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Properly insulate the exhaust for the 40kW generator.
Fire Fighting › Fire Main › Condition
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Cap the open pipe on the fire pump.
Fire Fighting › Means of Escape › Escape Route Signs
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Label the emergency escape for the generator space.
Operations/Management › Pollution › Control of Discharge of Sewage
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Repair the black water tank supply pipe, stbd mid ship.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Tripping/Falling Hazard
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Clean out space under helm station.
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (General) › Condition
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Provide servicable life jackets to compliment passenger capacity for route; removed 49 from service.
Sail Rigging › Deck Hardware › Travellers and Blocks
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Provide maint plan/log IAW NVIC 02-16 enclosure (1) prior to operating under sail.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › Recordkeeping
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Provide drug and alcohol testing program documents.
Personnel › Certificates/Documents/Licenses › STCW Endorsement
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
All masters must have appropriate STCW endorsements (II/3, crisis management, and crowd control).
Personnel › Certificates/Documents/Licenses › STCW Endorsement
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
All deckhands must have appropriate STCW endorsements (V/3 crowd control).
Personnel › Certificates/Documents/Licenses › Medical Fitness Document
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Provide medical certificates for all crew holding STCW credentials.
Operations/Management › Vessel Safety Management › Company Verification/Review/Evaluation
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Provide implemented safety management system documentation.
Fire Fighting › Combustible Materials › Primary Deck Coverings
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Provide final documentation for carpet prior to installing.
Fire Fighting › Combustible Materials › Matresses
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Provide final documentation for mattresses prior to placing on vessel.
Sail Rigging › Running Rigging › Halyards
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Provide a sail plan documenting max sail area to be carried and any limiting enviornmental conditions.
Sail Rigging › Spars › Boom and Gooseneck Fitting
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
IAW 6/29/2016 SparCraft inspection report, perform dye pen tests on: jumper strut attachments.
Sail Rigging › Spars › Spreaders and Bases
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Dye pen the upper forward spreader attachment.
Sail Rigging › Spars › Tangs
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Dye pen the lower of the 2 fisherman sheet tang mast connection.
Sail Rigging › Deck Hardware › Shackles
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Repair any defects found in 25-27.
Sail Rigging › Mast Step › Base
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Unstep mizzen mast for examination by Marine inspection next DD/ISE.
Sail Rigging › Spars › Tangs
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Effect repairs to the lower of the 2 fisherman sheet "bent down" tang, ref in SparCraft report dated 6/29/2016.
Documentation › Logs/Records › Logbook/Record (unofficial)
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Inventory all standing rigging and ID material, size (class and diameter) and date installed for each compartment.
Sail Rigging › Deck Hardware › Shackles
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Replace all standing rigging that has been in service for more than 15 years or provide objective evidence through engineering analysis that component is servicable.
Sail Rigging › Deck Hardware › Tracks for Sheets and Blocks
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Provide objective evidence through engineering analysis that standing rigging components over 10 years old are still in servicable condition.
Sail Rigging › Spars › Antennas, Light, Wind Indicators
Issued 12 January 2017
Resolved
Conduct particle hardness test on area ID'd on main mast and provide report to USCG.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Bottom Plating
Issued 8 December 2016
Resolved
Remove and inspect under all lead ingots throughout vessel. Wrap and reinstall ingots in same manor as in steering space.
Engineering › Shafting/Propeller Arrangements › Propeller Shaft
Issued 24 August 2016
Resolved
propeller shaft fractured, iwo pillow bearing 15ft fwd of stuffing box. repair prior to carriage of passengers.
Sail Rigging › Mast Step › Mast Partners
Issued 4 August 2016
Resolved
Conduct nondestructive testing to include dye penetrant, ultrasonic testing & hardness testing per metallurgist's recommendations related to 25JUL16 failure analysis report prior to carrying passengers under sail.
Sail Rigging › Mast Step › Mast Partners
Issued 4 August 2016
Resolved
Prove proper operation of repairs to masts and rigging in the presence of a marine inspector prior to carrying passengers under sail.
Sail Rigging › Stays/Shrouds › Wires
Issued 4 August 2016
Resolved
Replace main stay with cable of suitable length prior to carrying passengers under sail.
Sail Rigging › Mast Step › Mast Partners
Issued 31 May 2016
Resolved
Provide repair proposal for foremast and associated rigging.
Sail Rigging › Mast Step › Mast Partners
Issued 31 May 2016
Resolved
Provide repair proposal for mainmast and associated rigging.
Sail Rigging › Mast Step › Mast Partners
Issued 31 May 2016
Resolved
Provide failure analysis report for fractured foremast to the satisfaction of the OCMI.
Sail Rigging › Mast Step › Mast Partners
Issued 31 May 2016
Resolved
Arrange for 3rd-party survey of all rigging, masts, and spars to be conducted in the presence of a marine inspector.
Sail Rigging › Mast Step › Mast Partners
Issued 31 May 2016
Resolved
Provide written copy of Preventative Maintenance Plan for rigging and sails to the satisfaction of the OCMI.
Casualty record · 3
23 August 2016Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 5995387
22 June 2019Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 6734004
27 November 2019Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 6872800
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.
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