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FLYING FISH
FLYING FISH is a 1974 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 15 inspections since 2016, most recently in March 2026, along with 59 deficiencies — 1 with no resolution recorded — and 2 casualty investigations between 2010 and 2017.
Records from 2010 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 13 March 2026.
- Built
- 1974
- Last inspected
- 13 March 2026
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 59 recorded · 1 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
- Casualties
- 2 investigations · 2010–2017
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
13 March 2026
…with no type recorded1
Deficiencies
59 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
not do.
Identity
555455
WDL8110
47909
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-47909
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)73.8 ft × 22.0 ft × 7.1 ft
Registered tonnagegross 66 / net 45
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderGULF CRAFT INC · PATTERSON, LA, UNITED STATES · built 1974
Hull materialAluminum
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portSARASOTA, FL
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Fishery, Recreational
DocumentationValid · issued 21 August 2025 · expires 31 August 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 it66 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
45 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
45 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), 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 · 15
13 March 2026
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8317487
8 April 2025
Drydock Exam · Administrative Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Vessel Attendance · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8086800
20 November 2024
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 8026265
13 November 2023
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7810006
3 April 2023
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7593999
4 October 2022
In-Service Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7571165
16 November 2021
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7352375
27 August 2020
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7024104
26 August 2020
COI Inspection · Deficiency Check · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 7024096
31 October 2019
Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit · Examination of Repairs · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6840614
3 December 2018
DAPI Audit · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6586713
12 September 2018
Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam · Administrative Inspection · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6533338
14 November 2017
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6306780
26 August 2017
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 6255993
9 September 2016
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check · Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector St Petersburg · USCG Southeast District (CGD-SE) · Activity 5979745
Deficiency record · 59
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 13 March 2026
Resolved
S and L. If 1 1/2 inch fire hose is used after January 1, 1980 then each length of hose must be lined commercial fire hose that conforms to UL19 or ZZ-H-451E. A hose that bears the Label of Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc. as lined fire hose is accepted. MI observed no marking of conformity that aligned with requirements. Replace hose on-board with conforming hose standards.
46CFR181.15-10(d)(1)
16c
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 13 March 2026
Resolved
A vessel of more than 65 feet in length must carry a minimum of three life buoys of not less than 24 in. in diameter. MI observed one ring life buoy of 20 in. in diameter of the three required and available onboard. Replace 20 in. life buoy with 24 in. life buoy and provide photographic evidence of all three required buoys in single capture.
46CFR180.70(a)(3)
16c
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 13 March 2026
Resolved
On a vessel of more thn 65 feet in length the minimum capacity of the fire pump must be 50 gallons per minute at a pressure of not more than 60 psi at the pump outlet. MI observed psi at 25-27 psi at the pump outlet for the 4-5 minute duration of the fire pump in operation. Ensure pressure meets requirement.
46CFR181.300(b)
16c
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Emergency, lighting, batteries and switches
Issued 13 March 2026
Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to: Minimize accidental personnel contact with energized parts. Make repair to electrical wiring in #3 void forward and install appropriate bulb/cover in engine room light fixture.
46 CFR 183.200
16c
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Public address system
Issued 13 March 2026
Resolved
On a vessel of more than 65 feet in length, the PA system must be a fixed installation and audible during normal operating conditions throughout the accommodation spaces and all other spaces normally manned by crew members [name withheld] system to be audible thru out all accommodation space or plan for effective communication, ie. walkie talkies.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 6 October 2025
No resolution recorded
No major repairs or alterations affecting the safety of the vessel with regard to hull, machinery, or equipment shall be made without the knowledge and apprioval of [name withheld] noticed two battery chargers were installed without
permanent wiring. Provide wiring diagram for the vessel.
46CFR(old) 176.20-1(a)
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 21 May 2025
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. Vessel dry dock inspection drop dead date is 31MAR2025. Vessel must undergo a satisfactory dry dock and internal structural exam prior to the carriage of passengers.
46 CFR 176.600(c)(1)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 13 November 2023
Resolved
An adult life jacket must be provided for each person carried on board a vessel.
Vessel is missing one adult life jacket.
Maximum passenger count is reduced to 71.
46CFR180.71(a)
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 13 November 2023
Resolved
Each portable fire extinguisher on a vessel must be of an approved type. The minimum number of portable fire extinguishers required on a vessel must be acceptable to the OCMI but must not be fewer than the minimum number required by Table 181.500(b).
MIs found the 80B:C portable fire extinguisher located in the wheelhouse to be low on charge.
46CFR181.500(a)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 13 November 2023
Resolved
At least one ring life buoy must be fitted with a lifeline.
MIs observed the lifeline on the aft ring life buoy to be deteriorated.
46CFR180.70(c)
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Railing, gangway, walkway and means for safe passage
Issued 13 November 2023
Resolved
An exposed hazard, such as gears or rotating machinery, must be properly protected by a cover, guard, or rail.
MIs observed the guards on both main engines to be removed exposing the rotating machinery.
46CFR177.960
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Operational readiness of lifesaving appliances
Issued 3 April 2023
Resolved
Each life float must be fitted with a lifeline, pendants, two paddles, a painter, and a light.
The three lifefloats were found with corroded and broken paddles.
46 CFR 180.175(d)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 3 April 2023
Resolved
In damp or wet locations, the cable entrance shall be watertight.
The weather exposed light housing located on the aft main deck was found with an un-sealed cable entrance.
46 CFR 183.10-20(f)(3)
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 4 October 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. MI discovered the valid DD period ended on 30Sep2022.
46 CFR 176.600 (c)(1)
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 16 November 2021
Resolved
10109 - All vessels must have navigation lights, a vessel of more than 19.8 meters (65 feet) in length must also have navigation lights that meet UL 1104. Navigation lights did not meet UL 1104. - 46 CFR 183.420 - 16C
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 26 August 2020
Resolved
A power-driven fire pump shall be installed on each mechanically propelled "L" vessel.
Repair or replace inoperable fire pump.
46CFR181.10-1(a)"Old T"
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 26 August 2020
Resolved
All vessels shall be provided with a satisfactory arrangement for draining any watertight compartment other than small buoyancy compartments, under all practical conditions.
Ensure proper drainage of lazarette space.
46CFR182.25-1(a)"Old T"
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Rigid liferafts
Issued 26 August 2020
Resolved
A life float—Approved under approval series 160.027 and be in good serviceable condition.
Life floats were missing manufacture placards and multiple fasteners for the lifeline and pennants were broken.
Replace/renew life floats to meet the requirements of 46CFR160.027
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 26 August 2020
Resolved
Each child and adult size life jacket must be stowed in a location that is appropriately marked and separated, so the child size life jackets are not mistaken for adult life jackets.
Life Jacket stowage locations were not marked.
46CFR180.200(a)(5)
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 26 August 2020
Resolved
An adult life jacket must be provided for each person carried on board a vessel.
5 adult life jackets were unserviceable and 2 adult life jackets and 2 child life jackets had unserviceable retro-reflective tape.
Replace unserviceable jackets and replace retro-reflective tape as needed.
46CFR180.71(a)
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 26 August 2020
Resolved
All vessels must have navigation lights that are in compliance with the applicable sections of the International and Inland Navigation Rules.
Repair or replace navigation lights.
46CFR183.420
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Charts
Issued 26 August 2020
Resolved
As appropriate for the intended voyage, a vessel must carry adequate and up-to-date charts of large enough scale to make safe navigation possible.
Provide up-to-date charts of sufficient scale.
46CFR184.420
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Man Overboard Drill (MOB)
Issued 26 August 2020
Resolved
The master shall conduct sufficient drills and give sufficient instructions to make sure that all crew members are familiar with their duties during emergencies that necessitate abandoning ship or the recovery of persons who have fallen overboard.
Conduct man overboard drill to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
46CFR185.520(a)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Lighting (Working spaces)
Issued 26 August 2020
Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to provide services necessary for safety under normal and emergency procedures.
The vessel’s engine room did not have adequate lighting. Repair or replace.
46CFR185.524(a)
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire drills
Issued 26 August 2020
Resolved
The master shall conduct sufficient fire drills to make sure that each crew member is familiar with his or her duties in case of a fire.
Conduct fire drill to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
46CFR183.200(a)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 26 August 2020
Resolved
Electrical equipment on a vessel must be installed and maintained to protect passengers, crew, or other persons and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or originating in electrical equipment, and electrical shock.
Loose and dead end wires were observed throughout the engine room.
46CFR183.200(b)
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 26 August 2020
Resolved
The marine employer shall ensure that all persons directly involved in a serious marine incident are chemically tested for evidence of dangerous drugs and alcohol.
Alcohol test strips used for testing within 2 hours of a serious marine incident are expired. Replace.
46CFR16.240
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 26 August 2020
Resolved
By March 15 of the year following the collection of the drug testing program data, marine employers must submit the data on the MIS Date Collection Form.
Missing 2019 MIS report.
Provide 2019 MIS report to ensure submission of data within the specified time frame.
46CFR16.500(b)
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 26 August 2020
Resolved
Protect passengers, crew, other persons, and the vessel from electrical hazards, including fire, caused by or
originating in electrical equipment, and electrical shock.
Exposed wires were observed on the electrical shore tie.
Repair/Replace shore tie.
46CFR183.200(b)
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › MF Radio installation
Issued 26 August 2020
Resolved
Vessels operated beyond the 20 nautical mile limitation specified in paragraph (a)(1) of this section, but not more than 100 nautical miles from the nearest land, must be equipped with a MF–DSC frequency transmitter meeting the requirements of § 80.1101(c)(3)
Vessel has an Oceans route not more the 100 miles and is operating without a MF–DSC frequency transmitter.
Vessel route is restricted to coastwise till MF radio is installed and certified.
47CFR80.905(a)(2)
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (radio communication)
Issued 26 August 2020
Resolved
A vessel must comply with the applicable requirements for any radio installations including the requirements for a station license to be issued by the FCC.
Renew expired FCC Station License.
46CFR184.502
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (radio communication)
Issued 26 August 2020
Resolved
Every vessel subject to Part II or Title III of the Communications Act must have a detailed inspection of the radio installation by an FCC-licensed technician to receive a Communications Act Safety Radiotelephony Certificate.
Obtain a new Safety Radiotelephony Certificate after installing MF radio.
47CFR80.903
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 31 October 2019
Resolved
All vessels shall be provided with bilge pumps in accordance with Table 182.25-10(a) - old T. Make repairs and prove operation of secondary engine driven bilge pump servicing forward compartments and secondary engine driven bilge pump servicing aft compartments. 46CFR182.25-10 (old T).
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 31 October 2019
Resolved
Make repairs to leaking port side fire main riser at deck valve as identified. All piping, valves, and fittings shall be in accordance with good marine practice and suitable for the purpose intended. 46CFR181.15-5(c) (old T).
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 3 December 2018
Resolved
A power driven fire pump shall discharge a minimum capacity of 50 gpm at a pressure not less than 60 psi at the pump outlet.
Prove proper fire pump capacity. 46 CFR 181.10-1
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 3 December 2018
Resolved
All electrical equipment shall be drip proof protected
Provide drip proof material above electrical components in forward engine room. 46 CFR 183.10-10
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Ballast, fuel and other tanks
Issued 3 December 2018
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification the marine inspector shall examine and test the following items to the extent necessary to determine that they are in proper operating condition and fit for service intended.
Repair or replace hydraulic sight glass on hydraulic tank in engine room. 46 CFR 176.25-10
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Closing devices/watertight doors
Issued 3 December 2018
Resolved
All escape hatches and other emergency exits shall be marked on both sides using at least one inch letters, "EMERGENCY EXIT, KEEP CLEAR".
Mark engine room escape hatch as required above. 46 CFR 185.30-15
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 3 December 2018
Resolved
Portable fire extinguishers shall be installed to the satisfaction of the [name withheld] mount portable CO2 fire extinguisher in engine room.
46 CFR 181.30-10
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Electrical installations in general
Issued 3 December 2018
Resolved
Wiring joints and splices shall be mechanically secured and made in junction boxes.
Remove or secure in a junction box, dead ended wire above port engine. 46 CFR 183.05-50
05 - Radio Communications › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (radio communication)
Issued 3 December 2018
Resolved
A vessel must comply with the applicable requirements for a station license and installation certificates to be issued by the FCC.
Provide onboard a valid Bridge-to-Bridge safety radio certificate for a vessel over 65' in length. 46 CFR 184.502
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 091 - Living Conditions › Medical Equipment
Issued 3 December 2018
Resolved
Vessel must carry a first aid kit meeting requirements of 46 CFR 160.041.
Replace expired eye wash in first aid kit. 46 CFR 184.710
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 12 September 2018
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification and re-inspection the marine inspector the marine inspector shall examine and test the main and auxiliary steering apparatus to the extent necessary to determine that its condition its satisfactory and that its fit for the service intended. MI observed wasted STBD tiller arm and respective bolts. Additionally, the steering armature was not oriented properly. To be corrected prior to credit DD. iaw 46CFR176.25-35(a.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Bulkheads - cracking
Issued 12 September 2018
Resolved
Examine all accessible parts of the exterior and interior of the hull, the watertight bulkheads, and the weather deck. MI observed doubler plate repairs in space immediately aft of fore peak. One on aft bulkhead on the port side and two along weld seams on port hull. Submit repair proposal to MI and repair prior to credit DD.
Communications › Radio Communications › VHF Radiotelephone
Issued 29 November 2017
Resolved
MMSI not programmed into vessel's radio. 46CFR184.502
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Distribution Panel Bus
Issued 29 November 2017
Resolved
STBD side breaker panel in wheelhouse not labeled properly 46CFR183.220
Communications › Alarms/Indicators › Bilge Alarm
Issued 29 November 2017
Resolved
High water alarm in Lazarette inoperable. 46CFR182.530
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Self-igniting Lights
Issued 29 November 2017
Resolved
Water lights on life ring and (3) attached to the lifefloats do not have the correct top fittings for the associated housing it is connected to.
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Piping
Issued 29 November 2017
Resolved
Fixed metallic bilge piping has flex hose connections in numerous places throught bilge piping system. 46CFR182.40-5(b) Old T
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Weld
Issued 14 September 2016
Resolved
Repair broken welds where indicated by marine inspector IAW 46 CFR 176.610a
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 9 September 2016
Resolved
Mast wiring not adequately protected from weather. Properly splice and protect new cable in place IAW 46 CFR 183.05-45
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Navigation Lights
Issued 9 September 2016
Resolved
Navigation lights shield no longer properly colored. Restore to matte black IAW Rules of the Road
Fire Fighting › Fire Hoses › Number
Issued 9 September 2016
Resolved
Replace missing fire hose IAW 46 CFR 181.15-10
Fire Fighting › Fire Main › Condition
Issued 9 September 2016
Resolved
Fire main union and flex hose leaking, port side. Repair leak as original and prove proper operation IAW 46 CFR 181.15
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Turbocharger
Issued 9 September 2016
Resolved
Protect engine exhaust where lagging is missing, port and starboard IAW 46 CFR 182.20-15
Fire Fighting › Fire Main › Pressure
Issued 9 September 2016
Resolved
Replace fire pump discharge pressure gauge; currently inoperable IAW 46 CFR 181.10-1(c)
Fire Fighting › Combustible Materials › Ceilings
Issued 9 September 2016
Resolved
Repair or replace engine room boundary insulation where falling IAW 46 CFR 177.405 (a)
Fire Fighting › Remote Fuel Shutoff › General
Issued 9 September 2016
Resolved
Properly mark location and direction of turn for emergency fuel shutoff IAW 46 CFR 185.608
Stability › Watertight Integrity › General
Issued 9 September 2016
Resolved
Leaking engine room and lazarette hatches. Prove proper water tight seal IAW 46 CFR 171.124
Casualty record · 2
29 January 2010Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3680474
26 August 2017Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 6255993
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.
Ownership record
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