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SUN DOWNER
SUN DOWNER is a 1977 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 12 inspections since 2016, most recently in April 2026, along with 38 deficiencies.
Records from 2016 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 14 April 2026.
- Built
- 1977
- Last inspected
- 14 April 2026
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 August 2026
- Deficiencies
- 38 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
14 April 2026
Deficiencies
38 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
586277
WCY7647
49345
Flag
UNITED STATES
Maury page id
psix-49345
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)44.4 ft × 14.0 ft × 6.0 ft
Registered tonnagegross 24 / net 16
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderBREAUX'S BAY-CRAFT INC · LOREAUVILLE LA, UNITED STATES · built 1977
Hull materialAluminum
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeUNSPECIFIED
Hull configurationUNSPECIFIED
Hailing portNEW ORLEANS, LA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 6 September 2025 · expires 31 October 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 it24 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Gross Ton
16 - Regulatory (Subpart C or D), Net Ton
16 - 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
A report is not offered for this hull. Its record holds only 2 of the seven kinds of material a report is built from: inspections, deficiencies, operational controls, tow-unit appearances, casualty records, dimensions and documentation. That is a statement about the record, not about the vessel. What a sparse-record report looks like.
Inspection history · 12
14 April 2026
Examination of Repairs · Internal Structural Exam · Annual Inspection · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8332937
27 February 2025
COI Inspection · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 8085477
30 May 2024
Internal Structural Exam · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7911746
20 April 2023
Drydock Exam · Annual Inspection · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7664494
10 May 2022
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7438645
6 May 2021
Annual Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 7180654
8 March 2020
COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6923373
24 May 2019
Annual Inspection · Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6692568
3 July 2018
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6451818
13 June 2017
Annual Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6169353
5 April 2017
Drydock Extension
Administrative · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 6118431
28 April 2016
Annual Inspection · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector New Orleans · USCG Heartland District (CGD-H) · Activity 5859190
Deficiency record · 38
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 28 April 2026
Resolved
A vessel must be provided with a main steering gear that is of adequate strength and capable of steering the vessel at all service speeds. Steering system continued operation after it reached it's ultimate stbd position.
Cite: 46 CFR 182.610(a)(1)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 28 April 2026
Resolved
The shut off valve at the tank must be manually operable from outside the compartment in which the valve is located, preferably from an accessible position on the weather deck. Connection between reach rod and fuel valve broke during test.
Cite: 46 CFR 182.445
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 28 April 2026
Resolved
On a vessel of not more than 65 feet in length, a power driven fire pump required by 181.300 may serve as a fix power bilge pump required by this subpart, provided it has the minimum flow rate of 10 GPM. Steering compartment bilge suction leaking.
Cite: 182.520(h)
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 28 April 2026
Resolved
The master and crew of a vessel will be familiar with the content of and have mounted at the operating station, emergency instruction containing the actions to be taken in the event of fire, heavy weather, or man overboard conditions. The emergency instructions are not posted on board.
Cite: 46 CFR 185.510(a)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 30 May 2024
Resolved
All vessels shall be provided with bilge pumps. The fixed power bilge pump shall be self-priming and may be driven off the main engine or other source of power. MI found that the bilge pump was not taking suction from bilge access areas. Find source, and make repairs to bilge pump system to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 182.25-10(b) 60C
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Operation of machinery
Issued 30 May 2024
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 the service for which they are intended. MI found that the port throttle station in Pilot house was not properly mounted. Make repairs to the throttle housing to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 176.25-10 16C
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 30 May 2024
Resolved
Suitable covers, guards, or rails shall be installed in way of all exposed and hazardous places such as gears, machinery, etc).. MI found rotating machinery on Generator with no guard in place. Place suitable guards over rotating machinery to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
46 CFR 177.35-15 16C
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 30 May 2024
Resolved
Suitable covers, guards, or rails shall be installed in way of all exposed and hazardous places such as gears, machinery, etc).. MI found rotating machinery on Starboard MDE with no guard in place. Place suitable guards over rotating machinery to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
46 CFR 177.35-15 16C
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Bulkhead strength
Issued 30 May 2024
Resolved
All wiring and cables shall be suitable for marine service and for the particular installation used. Where cable protection is carried through watertight decks and bulkheads, the installation shall be such that will insure the watertight integrity of the structure. MI found wires running through the bulkhead from the Engine room to accommodation space on both port and starboard side. Make repairs to the watertight integrity to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 183.10-20(e) 16C
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Bulkhead strength
Issued 30 May 2024
Resolved
Except as otherwise provided in this section, rails or equivalent protection shall be installed near the periphery of all weather decks accessible to passengers and crew. MI found cracks in the hand rails on both port and starboard side near the bow. Make repairs to the hand rails to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector. 46 CFR 177.35-1 16C
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 30 May 2024
Resolved
Generators and motors designed for 40 degrees C may be used in 50 degrees C, ambient locations provided the machines are derated to 80 percent of full load rating, and the rating or setting of the overcurrent devices is reduced accordingly. MI found that breaker being used was not suitable for the 80% requirement. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 183.10-5 16C
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Ballast, fuel and other tanks
Issued 30 May 2024
Resolved
Vent pipes termination on the hull exterior shall be so installed or equipped as to prevent the accidental contamination of the fuel by water under normal operating conditions. MI found that the caps were dry rotted and seized. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 182.20-35(c) 16C
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Pipes, wires (insulation)
Issued 30 May 2024
Resolved
Installation of Diesel engine exhaust pipe shall be in accordance with 46 CFR 182.15-20. Exhaust piping shall be gas tight throughout its length and shall be properly supported. MI found and exhaust leak in the lazarette area along with missing lagging on the Port MDE exhaust system. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 182.20-20 16C
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Windows, sidescuttles and deadlights
Issued 30 May 2024
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certificate, the Marine Inspector shall examine all weathertight closures above weather deck and inspect the provisions for drainage of sea water form the exposed decks. MI found that a Pilot house window was broken. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 176.25-5 16C
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 30 May 2024
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification the marine inspector shall examine the following items to the extent necessary to determine there are in safe electrical condition. MI found in the accommodation space that a light was missing with exposed wires. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 176.25-15 16C
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 30 May 2024
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification the Marine Inspector shall examine the Main propulsion Machinery to determine that they are in proper operating condition and fit for which they are intended. MI found that the Port Engine Rear seal was leaking oil. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 176.2-10(1) 10C
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 30 May 2024
Resolved
On a vessel of at least 7.9 meters (26 feet) in length, a visual and audible alarm must be provided at the operating station to indicate a high-water level in each of the following normally unmanned spaces: A space with a through-hull fitting below the deepest load waterline, such as a lazarette. MI found the lazarette bilge alarm to be inoperable. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 182.530 10C
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Steering gear
Issued 30 May 2024
Resolved
At each initial and subsequent inspection for certification and re-inspection the marine inspector shall examine and test the main and auxiliary steering apparatus to the extent necessary to determine that its condition is satisfactory and that it is fit for the service intended. MI found that during the steering test that the system was inoperable. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 176.25-35 10C
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 30 May 2024
Resolved
Stowing of life floats and buoyant apparatus must allow for easy launching. MI found added gear to the mast which hindered the launching of the buoyant apparatus. Make repairs to ensure that the buoyant apparatus launching isn’t hindered to the satisfaction of the attending marine inspector.
46 CFR 180.20-1(6) 10C
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 30 May 2024
Resolved
All vessels must have navigation lights that are in compliance with the applicable sections of the International and Inland Navigation Rules. MI found that the all around was blocked due to an antenna being installed on the mast. Make repairs to the satisfaction of the attending Marine Inspector. 46 CFR 183.420 10C
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Muster list
Issued 27 April 2023
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. Master needs to provide instructions for both types of life jackets aboard vessel.
46 CFR 185.516
04 - Emergency Systems › N/A - No Subsystem › Muster list
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
The master and crew of a vessel will be familiar with the content of and have mounted at the operating station emergency instructions containing the actions to be taken in the event of fire, heavy weather, or man overboard conditions. Provide updated man overboard emergency instructions to reflect the current procedures for retrieving man overboard including use of ladder and any associated safety devices.
46 CFR 185.510
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 012 - Crew Certificates › Certificates for master and officers
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
Applicants seeking a national endorsement must either hold an unexpired medical certificate or submit a medical certificate application. Master needs to provide a current medical certificate or application.
46 CFR 10.227(d)(6)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
In systems and applications where flexible hoses are permitted to be clamped. Double hose clamping is required where practicable. Inspector found missing hose clamps on wet exhaust. Install required hose clamps.
46 CFR 182.410(d)
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 27 April 2023
Resolved
On a vessel of at least 7.9 meters (26 feet) in length, a visual and audible alarm must be provided at the operating station to indicate a high water level. Bilge alarm was found non-operational. Operator replaced bilge float with new.
46 CFR 182.530
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Decks - cracking
Issued 10 May 2022
Resolved
Repairs or alterations to the hull, machinery or equipment that affect the safety of the vessel must not be made without approval of the cognizant OCMI, except during an emergency. Observed 02 cracked welds in lazarette - 01 at steering gear mount and 01 on starboard side bottom longitudinal frame. Submit repair proposal and provide proof or repairs.
46 CFR 1760700(a)
16c
03 - Water/Weathertight Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Doors
Issued 10 May 2022
Resolved
Repairs or alterations to the hull, machinery or equipment that affect the safety of the vessel must not be made without approval of the cognizant OCMI, except during an emergency. Cracks were observed in weathertight door to accommodation space and forepeak hatch cover. Submit repair proposal and provide proof or repairs.
46 CFR 176.700(a)
16c
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 10 May 2022
Resolved
Each ring life buoy on a vessel must be approved in accordance with 160.050 in subchapter Q of this chapter, or other standard specified by the Commandant. Ring life buoys shall be of first class workmanship and free from defects materially affecting their appearance or serviceability. Vessel's ring life buoy was found with wastage around the bunghole affecting serviceability.
46 CFR 180.70(b)(1) & 46 CFR 160.050-4(f)
16c
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Rigid liferafts
Issued 24 May 2019
Resolved
Life float tending lines worn and not secure, marking faded. Restricted from carrying passengers until repaired to satisfaction of CG Marine Inspector.
Fire Fighting › Ventilation Systems › Duct Hatches
Issued 20 June 2017
Resolved
Engine rm ventilation closures were unable to be close due to excess paint. Remove paint and prove proper operation of closure.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Exhaust Manifold
Issued 20 June 2017
Resolved
STBD engine exhaust cooling flow meter failed to operated and alarm at the control station.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Transverse Bulkhead
Issued 20 June 2017
Resolved
Use NDT to determin proper repairs of 2" crack located in aft engine bulkhead. Proved appropiate repair plan.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Bottom Plating
Issued 11 April 2017
Resolved
Owner or Operator must present repair propasal to address areas of wastage, on the bottom plate of hull in the engine room and stern compartment, identified by UT report MSY-00082. Due by end of 60 drydock extension on 08 June 2017.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Bottom Plating
Issued 28 April 2016
Resolved
Bottom plating on Aft starboard quarter in lazarette had a 1/4" hole going down into the keel cooler tube. Energizing the STBD main engine caused water to flow up through the hole causing the head tank to lose water.
Engineering › Steering Gear System › Hydraulic Hose
Issued 28 April 2016
Resolved
Hydraulic leak behind primary operating station coming from a hydraulic line for thrusters or steering controls.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 28 April 2016
Resolved
Multiple open ended wires were found behind the primary operating station.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Medical/First Aid › Medicine Chest
Issued 28 April 2016
Resolved
First aid kit was incomplete and had expired supplies.
Pollution Prevention/Response › Prevention Equipment › Marine Sanitation Device, Type 1
Issued 28 April 2016
Resolved
Type I MSD did not have proper chemicals on-board to clean and maintain the MSD.
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.