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WHALE WATCHER
- Built
- 1999
- Last inspected
- 22 June 2026
- Documentation
- Expired · NVDC file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 11 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
Coast Guard record current through 23 August 2026, retrieved 5 September 2026 from PSIX. Every field on this page was recorded by the Coast Guard. Records for the Passenger Ship class in Maury's sources begin in 2016.
Inspection record
Last inspected
22 June 2026
Deficiencies
11 recorded · 0
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
1074822
WDK8294
486675
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-486675
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)106.4 ft × 28.0 ft × 11.8 ft
Registered tonnagegross 99 / net 67
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)106.4 ft × 28.0 ft × 11.8 ft
ITC tonnagegross 315 / net 129
BuilderGULF CRAFT INC · PATTERSON, LA, UNITED STATES · built 1999
Hull materialAluminum
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portBARNSTABLE, MA
Endorsements, as the file codes themcw_un
DocumentationExpired · issued 30 June 2004
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 it315 - Convention (Subpart B), Gross Ton
99 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
129 - Convention (Subpart B), Net Ton
67 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
99 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
129 - Convention (Subpart B), Net Ton
67 - 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.
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Every recorded inspection, 1972 to 2026, 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 · 23
22 June 2026
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Cape Cod · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8410167
26 March 2026
Examination of Repairs · Vessel Attendance
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8332369
24 June 2025
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Cape Cod · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8165480
3 March 2025
Examination of Repairs · Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8085101
17 October 2024
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Cape Cod · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8020421
20 June 2024
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Cape Cod · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7938439
15 April 2024
Examination of Repairs · Damage Survey
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7892483
11 October 2023
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Cape Cod · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7806797
2 May 2023
Deficiency Check · MTSA Verification · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Cape Cod · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7676186
14 March 2023
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7644549
19 September 2022
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Cape Cod · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7560391
26 April 2022
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Cape Cod · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7436077
21 March 2022
Deficiency Check · Examination of Repairs · Plan Review (Other than "T")
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7409401
6 October 2021
In-Service Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Cape Cod · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7327661
5 March 2021
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7128866
10 July 2020
MTSA Verification · Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Cape Cod · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7002495
24 June 2019
DAPI Audit · MTSA Verification · Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Cape Cod · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6720912
14 March 2019
Examination of Repairs · Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6638636
22 May 2018
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Cape Cod · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6420629
7 May 2018
MTSA Verification · Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Cape Cod · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6405851
2 May 2017
MTSA Verification · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Cape Cod · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6134568
23 February 2017
Internal Structural Exam · Examination of Repairs · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Southeastern New England · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6088957
19 May 2016
MTSA Verification · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Marine Safety Unit Cape Cod · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 5884383
Deficiency record · 11
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 20 June 2024
Resolved
The EPIRB test required by paragraph (a) shall be logged or otherwise documented, as applicable. The vessel is currently combining the logs for drills, EPIRB and security in one log book. Vessel to create a separate crew drills and monthly EPIRB test log readily available for USCG inspection. Security log is to be kept secured along with the security plan.
46CFR 122.728.c.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 20 June 2024
Resolved
Nonconducting mats or grating must be provided on the deck in front of each switchboard and, if accessible from the rear, on the deck in the rear of the switchboard. Vessel is missing the required matting in front of the ships main switchboard. Provide IAW regulation to the attending USCG MI.
46CFR 120.330.g.
08 - Alarms › N/A - No Subsystem › Machinery controls alarm
Issued 20 June 2024
Resolved
All automatically or remotely controlled or monitored vital systems addressed by part 62 of this subchapter must be subjected to tests and inspections to evaluate the operation and reliability of controls, alarms, safety features, and interlocks. Test procedures must be submitted to the Coast Guard for approval. Vessels originally MSC and USCG MI approved DVTP's have undergone changes made by the manufacture's servicing/installation technician. Owner to re-submit updated DVTP's to MSC for review with OCMI in copy.
46CFR 61.40-1
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Signs, indications
Issued 2 May 2023
Resolved
Vessel's restricted areas were not labeled correctly. Restricted areas shall be: Clearly mark all restricted areas and indicate that access to the area is restricted and that unauthorized presence within the area constitutes a breach of security.33CFR104.207
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 2 May 2023
Resolved
Exercises must be conducted at least once each calendar year, with no more than 18 months between exercises. No exercise has been completed with in the past 18 months.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 013 - Documents › Log-books/compulsory entries
Issued 2 May 2023
Resolved
The Vessel Security Officer must keep records of the activities as set out in paragraph (b) of this section for at least 2 years and make them available to the Coast Guard upon request. Vessel does not have any records required by 33CFR104.235
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 26 April 2022
Resolved
MTSA Annual Audit is missing.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 25 April 2022
Resolved
All microprocessor or computer based system must meet the requirements of part 62 in subchapter F of this chapter. Section 6.8, for Handheld Remote Joystick of approved DVTPs were not conducted. Conduct section 6.8 DVTPs once equipment is installed.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 25 April 2022
Resolved
All microprocessor or computer based system must meet the requirements of part 62 in subchapter F of this chapter. During process of conducting DVTPs, found errors with procedures/results. Amend DVTPs to show correct procedures/results and resubmit to MSC for approval.
Electrical › Electric Generation Source (service) › Conductor
Issued 7 May 2018
Resolved
Vessel installed new wiring for the SSDGs. Provide electrical drawing, specifications, and data for the new wring installation.
Documentation › Safety Management System › Key Shipboard Operations Plans/Instructions
Issued 7 May 2018
Resolved
Vessel does have test procedures for testing electrical controls of the vessel's propulsion controls. Provide test procedures for the main engines.
Ownership record
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