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KA MOTION
KA MOTION is a 1996 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 18 inspections since 2016, most recently in April 2026, along with 44 deficiencies and 1 casualty investigation in 2007.
Records from 2007 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 14 April 2026.
- Built
- 1996
- Last inspected
- 14 April 2026
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 44 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
- Casualties
- 1 investigation · 2007
Identity
1043853
WDP4222
442281
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-442281
Inspections, by type
The 18 inspections in the strip above, split by the kind of activity the US
Coast Guard recorded. Years with a record are calendar years in which a record exists, not
years in service. What Maury does not do.
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.
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)36.0 ft × 23.1 ft × 5.3 ft
Registered tonnagegross 7 / net 7
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderJOHN S STAMES · ANCHORAGE, AK, UNITED STATES · built 1996
Hull materialWood
PropulsionGasoline Engine
Hull shapeSail (Faired Keel)
Hull configurationTwin Hull
Hailing portSOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 11 November 2025 · expires 31 December 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 it7 - Simplified, Net Ton
7 - Simplified, Gross Ton
7 - Simplified, Gross 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.
One vessel history report for this hull — every record on this page in one dated, citable document — $300, on request.
Inspection history · 18
14 April 2026
Examination of Repairs · Administrative Inspection · Vessel Attendance · Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8344180
13 November 2025
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8268274
8 January 2025
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8058702
5 April 2024
Deficiency Check · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7893157
18 March 2024
Internal Structural Exam · Examination of Repairs · Administrative Inspection · Hull Examination · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7881268
10 January 2024
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7846480
13 October 2022
Administrative Inspection · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7576633
4 April 2022
Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7424582
19 January 2022
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7382894
21 January 2021
Annual Inspection · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7130146
8 May 2020
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6965554
16 April 2020
Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Corpus Christi · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6939704
8 January 2020
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6886092
17 January 2019
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6611947
2 May 2018
Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6404723
19 October 2017
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Brownsville · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6297428
21 September 2016
Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5999609
14 April 2016
Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Lewes · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5859313
Deficiency record · 44
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 10 December 2025
Resolved
Portable extinguishers must be inspected and maintained in accordance with NFPA 10. MI observed expired annual servicing. Have serviced.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Satellite EPIRB 406MHz/1.6GHz
Issued 10 December 2025
Resolved
Each battery used in an item of lifesaving equipment must be replaced during annual inspection if the expiration date of the battery has passed. Vessel Captain stated epirb battery was expired. Order and replace. *Vessel is reduced to 03nm from shore.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 10 December 2025
Resolved
A vessel on a lmited coastwise route must carry 06 red
flares and 06 orange distress signals. MI observed 08 and 03 onboard. Procure 01 and install on vessel.
Vessel limited to Lakes,Bays, Sounds route.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 10 December 2025
Resolved
On a vessel of at least 26 feet in length, a visual and audible alarm must be provided at the operating station to indicate a high water level. MI saw 01 inop. Repair.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 10 December 2025
Resolved
A vessel must be provided with bilge pumps in accordance with Table 182.520(a). MI observed only one means of de-watering. Procure 1x portable hand bilge pump.
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Main installation
Issued 10 December 2025
Resolved
A vessel must comply with the applicable requirement for any radio installation as set forth in 47CFR80. Vessel Captain reported radio screen to be inoperable. Replace.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 10 December 2025
Resolved
Each ring life buoy must be marked with retro reflective
material IAW 46CFR164.018. MI observed no retro reflective material on life ring. Procure and mark.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 10 December 2025
Resolved
A vessel must carry a first aid kit approved to 160.041 or have equivalent contents. MI observed expire asprin and eye wash fluid. Procure and replace.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (navigation)
Issued 10 December 2025
Resolved
As appropriate for the intended voyage a vessel must carry;coast pilot and light list. MI observed pubs not onboard. Procure and place on board.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 10 December 2025
Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to:(b)Protect passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment. MI observed battery terminals with significant corrosion. Clean/Repair.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 10 December 2025
Resolved
Each item of lifesaving equipment determined by the marine inspector to not be in serviceable condition must be repaired or replaced. MI observed 06 [name withheld] life jackets to have surface cracks in coating. Repair.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 10 December 2025
Resolved
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. Vessel is missing cotter pins in several areas of the standing and running rigging in accordance with NAVIC 2-16. Replace.
Vessel is restricted from use of sail until repaired.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 10 December 2025
Resolved
Each item of lifesaving equipment determined by the marine inspector to not be in serviceable condition must be repaired or replaced. MI observed spring terminals battery in life ring float light not allowing proper connection. Replace with appropriate battery.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 10 January 2025
Resolved
Employers are responsible for all the actions of their officials, representatives, and agents in carrying out the requirements of this part. Vessel representative did not have the required EAP and MIS information.
46 CFR 16.203 (a)(2)
14 - Pollution Prevention › 144 - MARPOL Annex IV (Not Applicable to PSC Exams conducted in the U.S.) › Sewage discharge connection
Issued 8 January 2025
Resolved
No person may operate any vessel equipped with installed toilet facilities unless it is equipped with a securing device using a non-releasable wire-tie to hold the seacock in the closed position. Valve was found in the open position.
33 CFR 159.7 (b)(3)
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 8 January 2025
Resolved
A vessel to which this subchapter applies may not be operated without having on board a valid U.S. Coast Guard Certificate of Inspection. Vessel does not have a valid Certificate of Inspection onboard.
46 CFR 176.100 (a)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 5 April 2024
Resolved
The intent of this part is to ensure that the scantlings, materials, fastenings, workmanship in arrangement of each vessel are such as to provide for safe operation in accordance with the terms of its certificate of inspection. Mast tang bolt weld was found cracked. Repair prior to use of Auxiliary sail.
46 CFR 177.01-5
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 5 April 2024
Resolved
The intent of this part is to ensure that the scantlings, materials, fastenings, workmanship in arrangement of each vessel are such as to provide for safe operation in accordance with the terms of its certificate of inspection. Mast chainplates where found cracked. Repair prior to use of Auxiliary sail.
46 CFR 177.01-5
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
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. Vessels engine mounting spacers are cracked on both the port and starboard side. Repair prior to credit Drydock.
46 CFR 177.100
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
Each portable fire extinguisher on a vessel must be of an approved type. MI found the 10-B:C and 2-A fire extinguishers waisted from corrosion.
46 CFR 181.500 (a)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
A vessel must be provided with bilge pumps in accordance with Table 182.520(a). Vessels port bilge pump was inoperative.
46 CFR 182.520 (a)
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (alarms)
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
A visual and audible alarm must be provided at the operating station to indicate a high water level Prove operation of the high water alarm during the next MI attendance after the DC electrical system is repaired.
46 CFR 182.530
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
A vessel on an oceans, coastwise or limited coastwise route must carry six hand red flare distress signals and six hand orange smoke distress signals approved in accordance with § 160.037 in subchapter Q of this chapt. Vessel was missing 8 flares.
46 CFR 180.68 (a)(1)&(2)
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
A vessel must carry a first-aid kit approved under approval series 46 CFR 160.041. Expired and missing components found in kit.
46 CFR 184.710
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
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. Vessel has an insufficient preventative maintenance plan for the sails standing and running rigging in accordance with NAVIC 2-16. Provide PMP prior so use of aux sail.
46 CFR 177.100
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Other (STCW)
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
No marine employer shall engage or employ any individual to serve as a crew member unless the individual passes a chemical test for dangerous drugs for that employer. The vessel had no proof of DAPI program compliance. Vessel shall only be operated by an DAPI compliant crew.
46 CFR 16.210 (a)
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Record of drills and steering gear tests
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
At least once every three months the emergency drills shall be conducted. No drill logs kept onboard.
46 CFR 185.420 (b)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
The owner, managing operator must conduct the following inspections and tests. Portable extinguishers must be inspected and maintained in accordance with NFPA 10. Vessel had no logged fire extinguisher maintenance.
46 CFR 176.810(b)(1)
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Charts
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
Up-to-date charts and nautical publications of large enough scale to make safe navigation possible as appropriate for the intended voyage, must be carried onboard vessels. MI found no local charts for intended voyages.
46 CFR 184.420 (a)(1).
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
Unless otherwise provided by this subpart, each vessel required to have a Certificate of Inspection is subject to the annual vessel inspection fee. Vessel did not provide proof of payment.
46 CFR 2.10-101 (a)
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Satellite EPIRB 406MHz/1.6GHz
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
Each disposable hydrostatic release unit must be marked with an expiration date of two years after the date on which the unit is installed. Hydrostatic release was expired past the manufacturer’s date. Vessel to operate on a Lakes, Bays & Sounds route only.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Other (STCW)
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
Each vessel inspected and certificated under the provisions of this subchapter must be in full compliance with the terms of the COI. Vessel does not have a master with a Auxiliary Sail Endorsement on their MMC. Vessel is to use engine power only without a properly licensed Captain on-board.
46 CFR 176.100 (b)
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Functional requirements
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
A vessel must comply with the applicable requirements for any radio including the requirements for a station license and installation certificates to be issued by the Federal Communications Commission, as set forth in 47 CFR part 80. Vessel had an expired FCC Safety Radio Certificate. and FCC Station License.
46 CFR 184.502
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Satellite EPIRB 406MHz/1.6GHz
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
The master of the vessel shall ensure that Each EPIRB is tested monthly. The EPIRB test required shall be logged. No EPIRB testing logs where found onboard.
46 CFR 185.728 (a) & (c)
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Magnetic compass
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
Except on a vessel limited to daytime operations, the magnetic compass must be illuminated. Vessels compass light was OOC. Limited to daylight operations only.
46 CFR 184.402 (c)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
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. Starboard rudder control arm was found binding and causing wear. Repair prior to credit Drydock.
46 CFR 177.100
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
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. Unapproved shore power battery charger was found on-board.
46 CFR 177.100
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
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. Unapproved DC to AC converter was found on-board.
46 CFR 177.100
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
Each vessel must be equipped with at least two operable portable battery lights. One portable light found onboard. Vessel had only one portable light on-board.
46 CFR 183.430
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
Placards containing instructions for the donning and use of the life jackets aboard the vessel must be posted in conspicuous places that are regularly accessible and visible to the crew and passengers. MI found one type of life jacket onboard without proper donning instructions posted.
46 CFR 185.516 (a)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
All cable and wire must be installed with metal supports spaced not more than 24 inches apart, and in such a manner as to avoid chafing and other damage. MI found wiring in the helm not properly affixed.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
Fuses must be of the cartridge type only and be listed by Underwriters Laboratories or another independent laboratory recognized by the Commandant. Blade fuses are not authorized on commercial passenger vessels. Authorized UL listed cartridge fuses are RK-5, K-5, CC, or T. Provide a UL listed cartridge fuse to protect the conductors used to provide power to the DC electrical circuit.
46 CFR 183.380 (l)
14 - Pollution Prevention › N/A - No Subsystem › VGP: General
Issued 10 January 2024
Resolved
No person may operate any vessel equipped with installed toilet facilities unless it is equipped with a securing device using a non-releasable wire-tie to hold the seacock in the closed position. Valve on sewage system was found in the configuration to pump overboard.
33 CFR 159.7 (b)(3)
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Structural condition)
Issued 12 April 2022
Resolved
A drydock examination conducted in compliance with 176.600 must be conducted while the vessel is hauled out of the water or placed in a drydock or slipway. The following worklist items must be rectified prior to carrying passengers. All repairs are subject to the satisfaction of the attending USCG Marine Inspector.
46 CFR 176.610 17, c
Casualty record · 1
23 August 2007Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3037024
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
SEA DRAGON (2007). 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.