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MOANA MELE
Passenger (Inspected) · Passenger Ship class · Built 2000s · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Other hulls named MOANA MELE
MOANA MELE is a 2003 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 25 inspections since 2001, most recently in December 2025, along with 33 deficiencies and 2 casualty investigations between 2005 and 2011.
Records from 2001 to 2025. Most recent: inspection, 5 December 2025.
- Built
- 2003
- Last inspected
- 5 December 2025
- Documentation
- Valid · documentation file of 10 September 2026
- Deficiencies
- 33 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
- Controls
- None recorded without a removal date
- Casualties
- 2 investigations · 2005–2011
Identity
1143467
WDB4514
628045
Flag
UNITED STATES
366899250
Maury page id
psix-628045
Inspections, by type
…with no type recorded2
Years with a record
18 calendar years (2001–2025)
The 25 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 13 September 2026, retrieved 18 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 1977.
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)35.0 ft × 10.0 ft × 6.0 ft
Registered tonnagegross 14 / net 11
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderFORCE MARINE INC · HILO, HI, UNITED STATES · built 2003
Hull materialFRP (Fiberglass)
PropulsionDiesel Outdrive
Hull shapeShip
Hull configurationMonohull
Hailing portHONOKOHAU, HI
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 31 December 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 it11 - Simplified, Net Ton
14 - Simplified, Gross Ton
14 - Simplified, Gross Ton
Every line above is a field of the National Vessel Documentation Center's file as served by NOAA Fisheries, dated 10 September 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.
Radio station licence
WDP7539MMSI 366899250 · active · compulsorily equipped · granted 9 August 2024, expires 9 August 2034
FCC Universal Licensing System ship-station file of 6 September 2026, matched to this hull on its
US Official Number. Status and dates are the file’s own. The licensee is not read from the file and is not shown.
A lapsed licence’s MMSI is still the number the vessel transmitted under while it was valid.
Inspected as a tow unit · 1
The Coast Guard recorded this vessel and the following in the same inspection activity — normally a tug and the barges in its tow. A recreational or unclassed hull in the same activity is held and not published, so it does not appear here: these lists are a floor, not a complete manifest.
OCEAN ENCOUNTERS 3 Passenger (Inspected) · MISLE 254395 · 6 December 2011 · activity 4374950Inspection history · 25
5 December 2025
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · OP location-Sector Honolulu Prevention Department- Kailua Kona · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 8278346
24 February 2025
In-Service Inspection · Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · OP location-Sector Honolulu Prevention Department- Kailua Kona · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 8086608
4 December 2023
COI Inspection · Examination of Repairs · Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7855611
22 May 2023
Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7694484
18 November 2022
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7597034
3 December 2020
Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7104672
17 September 2020
Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 7060164
20 September 2019
Administrative Inspection · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6817079
24 October 2018
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6567754
20 September 2018
Internal Structural Exam · Administrative Inspection · Drydock Exam · COI Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6545950
7 December 2017
Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6320609
30 November 2016
Administrative Inspection · DAPI Audit · Hull Examination · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 6049652
3 December 2015
Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check · DAPI Audit · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 5788225
9 December 2011
Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit · Administrative Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 4205252
6 December 2011
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 4374950
4 November 2010
Annual Inspection · Hull Examination · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 3885268
16 December 2009
DAPI Audit · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 3652183
29 September 2008
COI Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 3335152
14 November 2007
Annual Inspection · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 3098327
2 November 2005
Hull Examination · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 2527045
10 September 2005
Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 2513278
4 November 2004
Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Honolulu · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 2234922
26 November 2003
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · MSO HONOLULU · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 1955165
18 September 2003
Simplified Stability Test · Initial Certification
Physical examination · MSO HONOLULU · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 1907954
6 December 2001
Plan Review "T" Boat · Construction Oversight
Physical examination · MSO HONOLULU · USCG Oceania District (CGD-O) · Activity 1929169
Deficiency record · 33
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 5 December 2025
Resolved
Pre-engineered gas system not meeting the following requirement:
-Must override engine shutdown and start engines after discharge.
Must correct to satisfaction of USCG Marine Inspector prior to carrying passengers.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Distress flares
Issued 5 December 2025
Resolved
Vessels on limited coastwise routes are required to carry six (06) red and six (06) orange flares or twelve (12) red flares. Vessel had six (06) red flares at the time of the inspection. Must add six (06) more flares for vessel's route prior to carrying passengers.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire fighting equipment and appliances
Issued 5 December 2025
Resolved
Portable extinguishers must be inspected and maintained in accordance with NFPA 10. Vessel operators must provide proof of annual maintenance for portable fire extinguishers to USCG or replace in kind.
99 - Other › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (Safety in general)
Issued 5 December 2025
Resolved
All vessels that are permitted under their routes and conditions to allow crewmembers to enter the water during snorkeling excursions must adhere to the eligibility requirements under CG Sector Honolulu Work Instruction 31. The following were not available for inspection:
-Automated External Defibrillator (AED); Eligibility criteria #5
-Oxygen Bottle; Eligibility criteria #5
All crewmembers shall remain onboard vessel until above deficiencies have been rectified to the satisfaction of USCG.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 24 February 2025
Resolved
Vessel currently experiencing reduction in steering capabilities. Steering ram improperly connected and mounted. Vessel operator required to make necessary repairs to satisfaction of USCG Marine Inspector prior to getting underway with passengers.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 3 December 2020
Resolved
Starboard side navigation light not operational. Provided operational starboard navigation light. Restricted to daytime operations.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Lights, shapes, sound-signals
Issued 3 December 2020
Resolved
All around light/stern light blocked by Life Float. Raise light to ensure it can be seen as required.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 3 December 2020
Resolved
Retro-reflective tape on 02 child and 08 adult life jackets worn/wasted. Renew retro-reflective tape on life jackets. Passenger count reduced by 02 children and 08 adults.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifeboats
Issued 3 December 2020
Resolved
Life Float light housing cracked. Provide new Life Float light housing.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 3 December 2020
Resolved
During underway trial starboard engine giving off large amounts of black smoke. Troubleshoot issue in accordance with manufactures requirements and resolve issue.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (life saving)
Issued 20 September 2018
Resolved
Lifefloat was unsatisfactory due to extreme fading.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 20 September 2018
Resolved
3 adult PFDs failed inspection. Vessel limited to 18 total persons.
Engineering › Shafting/Propeller Arrangements › Propeller (fixed pitch)
Issued 3 December 2015
Resolved
STBD propeller showed signs of cavitation.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Cable
Issued 3 December 2015
Resolved
Battery cables were lose.
Communications › Alarms/Indicators › Bilge Alarm
Issued 4 November 2010
Resolved
Provide visible indicator for high water alarm in machinery space.
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Pump
Issued 4 November 2010
Resolved
Provide visible indicator for operation of auto bilge pump in machinery space.
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Lifeline
Issued 29 September 2008
Resolved
Renew retaining line for life float light.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › Deck Plating
Issued 29 September 2008
Resolved
Repair as original cracks on deck in way off port diver access door.
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Deck Rail
Issued 29 September 2008
Resolved
Repair crack in port swimdeck support bracket.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Switch
Issued 14 November 2007
Resolved
REPLACE BROKEN FLOAT SWITCH FOR BILGE HIGH WATER ALARM.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Self-igniting Lights
Issued 14 November 2007
Resolved
PROVE FLOAT LIGHT FRO LIFE RING MUST COMPLY WITH 46 CFR 161.010
Lifesaving › Buoyant Apparatus › Float Free
Issued 14 November 2007
Resolved
PROVE LIFE FLOAT STOWAGE ARANGEMENT.
Fire Fighting › Fire Hydrants › Condition
Issued 14 November 2007
Resolved
PROVE FIXED FIRE FIGHTING BY PROVIDING A COPY OF SERVICE CERTIFICATE.
Communications › Radio Communications › EPIRB
Issued 14 November 2007
Resolved
RENEW EPIRB HYDROSTATIC RELEASE.
Documentation › Logs/Records › Drug Test Records
Issued 4 November 2004
Resolved
Provide drug audit MIS form.
Engineering › Fuel Oil Service System › Filter
Issued 4 November 2004
Resolved
Provide plugs for bottom of fuel oil racor filters.
Lifesaving › Lifebuoys › Markings (ship name/port)
Issued 4 November 2004
Resolved
Provide retro- reflective tape for life ring.
Fire Fighting › Fixed Gas Fire Extinguishing System › Operating Controls
Issued 4 November 2004
Resolved
Provide evidence of annual servicing.
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Float Free
Issued 4 November 2004
Resolved
Make life float arrangement in float free configuration.
Navigation › Collision/Grounding Avoidance › Navigation Lights
Issued 4 November 2004
Resolved
Prove white all around running light.
Fire Fighting › Fixed Gas Fire Extinguishing System › Operating Controls
Issued 18 September 2003
Resolved
Fixed Fire System shutdown and override failed to function. Initial instalation was done incorrectly.
Stability › Intact Righting Energy › General
Issued 18 September 2003
Resolved
Permanent ballast not yet installed. Vessel unable to pass stability without 400 pounds weight fwd.
Construction/Loadline › Structures › End Bulkhead
Issued 18 September 2003
Resolved
To meet cockpit vs. well deck requirements, the fwd edge of EC must cross vessel at/near gunwale height. Vent openings into ER and side compartments are open to flooding.
Casualty record · 2
10 September 2005Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · serious marine incident, as classified · 1 injured · activity 2513278
6 December 2011Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · 1 dead · activity 4374950
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, and the bridge, lock or dam the investigation names where it names one. Involvement is not fault. The investigation narrative is not published. Source: IIR, through 2026.
Recorded names · 1
MAKENA MELE (2005–2011). 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.