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HEAVENS GATE

Passenger (Inspected) · Passenger Ship class · Built 2000s · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Other hulls named HEAVENS GATE

HEAVENS GATE is a 2003 passenger vessel (inspected). The Coast Guard has recorded 58 inspections since 2003, most recently in April 2026, along with 110 deficiencies, 1 operational control and 7 casualty investigations between 2004 and 2008.

Records from 2003 to 2026. Most recent: inspection, 27 April 2026.

Built
2003
Last inspected
27 April 2026
Documentation
Valid · documentation file of 10 September 2026
Inspections
58
Deficiencies
110 recorded · 0 without a recorded resolution
Controls
None recorded without a removal date
Casualties
7 investigations · 2004–2008
Inspected with
6 other vessels
Also recorded as
1 other name

Identity

US Official No.
1145216
IMO number
—
Call sign
WDD2613
MISLE id
638239
Flag
UNITED STATES
MMSI
366722000
Maury page id
psix-638239

Inspections, by type

…physical examinations41
…administrative events5
…with no type recorded12
Years with a record 21 calendar years (2003–2026)
The 58 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)53.3 ft × 18.7 ft × 8.5 ft
Registered tonnagegross 33 / net 26
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderDERECKTOR SHIPYARDS CONN, LLC · BRIDGEPORT, CT, UNITED STATES · built 2003
Hull materialAluminum
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeShip
Hull configurationTwin Hull
Hailing portBAYONNE, NJ
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted
DocumentationValid · issued 7 May 2026 · expires 30 June 2027
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 it33 - Simplified, Gross Ton
26 - Simplified, Net 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

WDD2613MMSI 366722000 · active · compulsorily equipped · granted 7 March 2026, expires 27 May 2036
WDB5200MMSI 366907020 · cancelled · compulsorily equipped · granted 6 September 2003, cancelled 30 May 2006
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 · 6

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.

ABIGAIL ADAMS Passenger (Inspected) · MISLE 576351 · 30 August 2006 · activity 2763966TORCH TAXI Passenger (Inspected) · MISLE 588426 · 30 August 2006 · activity 2763966HARBOR GEM Passenger (Inspected) · MISLE 594246 · 30 August 2006 · activity 2763966SCHYLER MEYER JR Passenger (Uninspected) · MISLE 611375 · 30 August 2006 · activity 2763966JOHN KEITH Passenger (Inspected) · MISLE 627380 · 30 August 2006 · activity 2763966ABIGAIL ADAMS Passenger (Inspected) · MISLE 576351 · 19 July 2005 · activity 2432423TORCH TAXI Passenger (Inspected) · MISLE 588426 · 19 July 2005 · activity 2432423HARBOR GEM Passenger (Inspected) · MISLE 594246 · 19 July 2005 · activity 2432423JOHN KEITH Passenger (Inspected) · MISLE 627380 · 19 July 2005 · activity 2432423BOSTONIAN Passenger (Inspected) · MISLE 638240 · 19 July 2005 · activity 2432423ABIGAIL ADAMS Passenger (Inspected) · MISLE 576351 · 10 November 2004 · activity 2238867TORCH TAXI Passenger (Inspected) · MISLE 588426 · 10 November 2004 · activity 2238867HARBOR GEM Passenger (Inspected) · MISLE 594246 · 10 November 2004 · activity 2238867JOHN KEITH Passenger (Inspected) · MISLE 627380 · 10 November 2004 · activity 2238867BOSTONIAN Passenger (Inspected) · MISLE 638240 · 10 November 2004 · activity 2238867

Inspection history · 58

27 April 2026 Administrative Inspection · COI Inspection · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8356414
11 March 2026 Drydock Exam · Vessel Attendance · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8319937
4 September 2025 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8227466
8 July 2025 Deficiency Check · Internal Structural Exam · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 8178871
15 July 2024 Annual Inspection · Internal Structural Exam · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7958435
8 February 2024 Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7861778
13 July 2023 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7741477
8 June 2022 Internal Structural Exam · Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7471864
1 March 2022 Internal Structural Exam · Deficiency Check · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7403659
14 April 2021 COI Inspection · Administrative Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7175385
13 July 2020 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7007588
2 March 2020 Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6918603
8 July 2019 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6741332
8 February 2019 Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6622263
12 December 2018 Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6601037
14 November 2018 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Navigation Center · Activity 6580411
9 July 2018 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6472615
16 March 2018 Drydock Exam · Examination of Repairs · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6373204
1 March 2018 Plan Review "T" Boat
Administrative · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6392362
12 July 2017 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 6207109
22 April 2016 COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 5859993
1 March 2016 Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 5824511
19 May 2014 Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 4862079
27 March 2014 Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 4823491
24 May 2012 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 4320347
9 December 2011 Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 4205150
22 September 2010 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 3855602
22 March 2010 Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 3702053
22 July 2008 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 3275913
23 June 2008 Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 3245229
15 May 2008 Hull Examination · Damage Survey · Internal Structural Exam · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 3207593
15 May 2008 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 3338893
18 March 2008 Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 3166617
10 July 2007 Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 2991260
18 June 2007 MARPOL Annex V Examination · Annual Inspection
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 2968316
30 August 2006 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 2763966
26 May 2006 Plan Review "T" Boat · COI Inspection · MARPOL Annex V Examination
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 2659971
4 May 2006 Hull Examination · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Long Island Sound · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 2642629
1 February 2006 Examination of Repairs
Physical examination · Sector Long Island Sound · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 2582454
11 November 2005 Damage Survey · Annual Inspection · Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 2532882
31 August 2005 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 2520932
9 August 2005 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 2485386
19 July 2005 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 2432423
8 July 2005 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Maritime Safety & Security Team New York (91106) · Activity 2420046
6 May 2005 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 2354908
5 May 2005 Plan Review "T" Boat
Administrative · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 2349803
10 March 2005 Type not recorded
No type recorded · Sector New York · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 2366882
1 December 2004 Deficiency Check · Annual Inspection · MARPOL Annex V Examination
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 2249422
10 November 2004 Type not recorded
No type recorded · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 2238867
8 November 2004 Damage Survey
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 2236840
2 September 2004 Type not recorded
No type recorded · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 2184693
9 July 2004 Damage Survey
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 2126980
14 April 2004 Damage Survey · Internal Structural Exam · Hull Examination
Physical examination · GROUP/MSO LONG ISLAND SOUND · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 2047303
12 April 2004 Type not recorded
No type recorded · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 2043827
22 March 2004 Damage Survey
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 2029304
22 March 2004 Type not recorded
No type recorded · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 2031060
9 September 2003 COI Inspection · Deficiency Check · MARPOL Annex V Examination
Physical examination · ACTIVITIES NEW YORK · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1900844
11 March 2003 Construction Oversight · Initial Certification
Physical examination · GROUP/MSO LONG ISLAND SOUND · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 1757455

Deficiency record · 110

01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Issued 27 April 2026 Resolved
Vessel to which this subchapter applies may not be operated without having a valid U.S. Coast Guard Certificate of Inspection. Subject vessel's COI expired. Rectify prior to pax.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 8 May 2026
Resolution: COI inspection complete.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 27 April 2026 Resolved
Piping used in vital systems must be composed of ferrous materials. Mis observed bilge piping at suction strainer were made of plastic materialin both P/S #3 voids & lazarette compartments. Replace w/ metal strainers w/in 30 days. 46 cfr 182.710(c)
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 26 May 2026
Resolution: All bilge suction plastic strainers have been replaced with metal strainers.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Bilge pumping arrangements
Issued 27 April 2026 Resolved
The construction & arrangements of a vessel must allow the safe operation of the vessel ... in case of a sudden casualty. MI's observed port lazarette bilge suction inoperable due to leak in bilge piping system. Rectify to satisfaction of OCMI w/in 30 days. 46 cfr 177.100
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Resolved 21 May 2026
Resolution: Bilge pipe cropped and renewed.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Charts
Issued 27 April 2026 Resolved
As appropriate for the intended voyage, a vessel must carry adequate & up-to-date charts of large enough scale to make navigation possible. MI's observed outdated charts and publications. Rectify w/in 14 days. 46 cfr 184.420
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 21 May 2026
Resolution: Navigation charts, Coast Pilot, and publications updated.
02 - Structural Conditions › N/A - No Subsystem › Hull damage impairing seaworthiness
Issued 4 September 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 giving consideration to provisions for a seaworthy hull. Vessel was taking on water in the STBD side raw water intake for their HVAC system. Submit repair proposal for approval to the local OCMI for approval prior to making repairs.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 17 September 2025
Resolution: Completed in person def check and tested bilge pumping arrangement. Test sat.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Ready availability of fire fighting equipment
Issued 8 July 2025 Resolved
Piping must comply with subpart G, part 182 of this chapter. MIs found a leak on the firemain piping above a breaker panel in the stbd engine room, aft end. Implement permanent repairs within 7 days.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 15 July 2025
Resolved 17 July 2025
Resolution: Visited the vessel and cleared the deficiency.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 8 July 2025 Resolved
On vessels carrying >49 passengers, the minimum capacity of the fire pump must be 50 GPM at 60 PSI/ Max pressure reached was 50 PSI during inspection. Take steps to increase pressure within 7 days.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 15 July 2025
Resolved 17 July 2025
Resolution: Visited the vessel and cleared the deficiency.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Guards - fencing around dangerous machinery parts
Issued 8 July 2025 Resolved
An exposed hazard such as gears or rotating machinery, must be protected with a guard. MIs found 3 pieces of rotating machinery unguarded: Forward Engine End belt (both Port and STBD) and diaphragm type bilge pump. Provide guards.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 8 August 2025
Resolved 30 July 2025
Resolution: Guards provided.
01 - Certificates & Documentation › 011 - Ships Certificates › Other (certificates)
Issued 8 July 2025 Resolved
A vessel must have mounted at the operating station emergency instructions containing the actions to be taken in the event of fire, heavy weather, & MOB conditions. MIs found no such instructions posted.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 22 July 2025
Resolved 17 July 2025
Resolution: Visited the vessel and cleared the deficiency.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (life saving)
Issued 8 July 2025 Resolved
A vessel must carry a first aid kit that meets the requirements in 46 CFR 199.175(b)(10). MIs found expired medicines in the first aid kit. Replace.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 22 July 2025
Resolved 17 July 2025
Resolution: Visited the vessel and cleared the deficiency.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 8 July 2025 Resolved
An adult life jacket must be provided for each person carried. MIs condemned 13 lifejackets. Replace prior to carrying >54 persons.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 17 July 2025
Resolution: Visited the vessel and cleared the deficiency.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 15 July 2024 Resolved
Each life jacket must be marked with Type 1 retroreflective material approved with 46 CFR 164.018... several lifejackets identified with torn retroreflective material. ensure all life jackets have appropriate retro reflective material. 46 CFR 185.604(h)
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 15 July 2024
Resolution: Vesel Provided video evidence of both port and starboard exhaust dampeners closing.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire-dampers
Issued 15 July 2024 Resolved
Provision must be made for closing all supply duct cowls or scops and exhaust duct dscharge openings for a protected space by fixed gas extinguishing system. Port exhaust dampener was not closing. STBD exhaust dampener did not fully close. Repair both exhaust dampeners.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 15 July 2024
Resolution: Operator provided video evidence of proper automatic operation of the fire dampener louvers.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Other (machinery)
Issued 8 June 2022 Resolved
Two flexible hoses in port lazarette were single hose clamped. Add additional hose clamp to make double hose clamped.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 22 June 2022
Resolved 15 June 2022
Resolution: Recieved Satisfactory photographs of rectification. See deficiencies documents tab for details.
09 - Working and Living Conditions › 092 - Working Conditions › Electrical
Issued 8 June 2022 Resolved
Four small exposed wires identified under wheelhouse. Cover wires to reduce hazard.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 22 June 2022
Resolved 15 June 2022
Resolution: Recieved Satisfactory photographs of rectification. See deficiencies documents tab for details.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifebuoys incl. provision and disposition
Issued 19 April 2021 Resolved
Floating water light must be approved IAW 161.010 in sub chapter Q. Batteries in water light not IAW manufacturer.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Due 4 May 2021
Resolved 27 April 2021
Resolution: Received photos showing new batteries approved by manufacturer.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › Lifejackets incl. provision and disposition
Issued 19 April 2021 Resolved
Each life jacket must be marked with type 1 retro reflective material IAW 46CFR164.018. Reflective material on life jackets is worn and peeling off.
Action required: 16 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 14 days
Resolved 27 April 2021
Resolution: Received photos of new SOLS tape installed on lifejackets.
10 - Safety of Navigation › N/A - No Subsystem › Automatic Identification System (AIS)
Issued 14 November 2018 Resolved
Vsl is not broadcasting static draft information
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 8 July 2019
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire detection and alarm system
Issued 9 July 2018 Resolved
Vessel must have approved fire detection and alarm system in a space containing propulsion machinery. During inspection it was noted that the vessel did not have installed fire detection and alarm system. Vessel must install approved system.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 10 July 2018
Resolution: Attending Marine INspector verified proper installation of detection devices.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fixed fire extinguishing installation
Issued 9 July 2018 Resolved
Vessel must have a device to automatically shut down the engines when the fixed fire extinguishing system is activated. During inspection it was noted that vessel did not have a device to automatically shut down the engine. Vessel must provide means to automatically shut down engine.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 20 July 2018
Resolution: Attending Marine inspector witnessed proper operation of the pressure switches which then automatically shut down the engines.
11 - Life Saving Appliances › N/A - No Subsystem › On board training and instructions
Issued 9 July 2018 Resolved
Emergency instructions must be mounted at the operating station. During inspection it was noted that the vessel did not have emergency instructions. Vessel must provide written emergency instructions and post at the operating station.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 9 August 2018
Resolved 10 July 2018
Resolution: Attending Marine INspector verified presence of emergency instructions.
07 - Fire Safety › N/A - No Subsystem › Fire pumps and its pipes
Issued 9 July 2018 Resolved
Vessel must be equipped with a gauge at the fire pump outlet to read psi. During inspection it was noted that pressure gauge was inoperable. Vessel must provide an operable pressure guage for the fire pump.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 9 August 2018
Resolved 10 July 2018
Resolution: Vessel received a new gauge.
13 - Propulsion and Auxiliary Machinery › N/A - No Subsystem › Propulsion main engine
Issued 9 July 2018 Resolved
Vessel to provide copies of submitted plans for re-power to this office.
Action required: 50 - Rectify deficiencies w/in 30 days
Due 9 August 2018
Resolved 11 July 2018
Resolution: Sector New York received copies via email.
Communications › Public Address System › Loudspeaker
Issued 19 May 2014 Resolved
Passengers not permitted on upper deck until PA system repaired or a battery powered bullhorn is on board.
Due 3 June 2014
Resolved 21 May 2014
Resolution: PA system was tested and found working.
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Pump
Issued 19 May 2014 Resolved
Prove proper operation of bilge pump.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 23 May 2014
Resolution: Attended vessel and witnessed proper operation of the bilge pump. Vessel has replaced all bilge valves in kind and is fully operable.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Stability Letter
Issued 9 December 2011 Resolved
Owner/Operator failed to submit stability certification compliance by 01DEC11. Issued CG-835 reducing maximum passengers allowed to 64 and 21 on the upper deck based on the assumed average weight per person of 185 pounds and in accordance with 46 CFR 178.320 amended by FR vol. 75, No. 239, USCG-2007-0030. Reduction will remain in effect until Owner/Operator submits stability certification comp
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 9 December 2011
Resolution: MSC issued a Stability letter dated 9 Dec 11.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › Certificate of Documentation (CG-1270)
Issued 23 June 2008 Resolved
Provide original Certificate of Documentation onboard vessel.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 23 June 2008
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › FCC SSL
Issued 23 June 2008 Resolved
Provide FCC Safety Radio Certificate onboard vessel. Vessel restricted to within 1000ft from shore until complete.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 23 July 2008
Resolved 23 June 2008
Navigation › Piloting/Steering › Marine Charts
Issued 23 June 2008 Resolved
Provide nautical chart of Upper New York Bay of sufficient scale.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 23 June 2008
Stability › Intact Righting Energy › General
Issued 23 June 2008 Resolved
Mark upper deck with maximum number of passengers as indicated on the stability letter.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 23 July 2008
Resolved 15 July 2008
Resolution: Upper deck was properly marked with max. passengers as indicated on stabilty ltr.
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (Type I) › Storage
Issued 23 June 2008 Resolved
Provide lifejacket donning placard on upper deck.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 23 July 2008
Resolved 23 June 2008
Lifesaving › Inflatable Buoyant Apparatus › Stowage
Issued 23 June 2008 Resolved
Properly install hydrostatic release in way of 20-person inflatable buoyant apparatus.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 23 June 2008
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (Type I) › Quantity
Issued 23 June 2008 Resolved
Provide seven additional adult type I PFD's onboard vessel. Vessel is restricted to the carriage of 64 total persons (61 passengers) until complete.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 23 July 2008
Resolved 15 July 2008
Resolution: Seven additional adult type type I PFD''s were place onboard.
Engineering › Fuel Oil Storage/Transfer System › Tank
Issued 23 June 2008 Resolved
Remove diesel fuel from topside of starboard fuel tank and determine cause of the same.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 23 July 2008
Resolved 23 June 2008
Electrical › Lighting (emergency) › Battery Operated Lantern
Issued 23 June 2008 Resolved
Prove proper operation of portable light in way of port engine compartment.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 23 July 2008
Resolved 15 July 2008
Resolution: New light was located in way of port engine compartment.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Hull Plating
Issued 15 May 2008 Resolved
Hull Plating - Blocked Event
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 27 May 2008
Construction/Loadline › Penetrations › Flange Pad
Issued 15 May 2008 Resolved
C/R raw water exhaust flange for generator.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 10 June 2008
Construction/Loadline › Penetrations › Valve Flange
Issued 15 May 2008 Resolved
Make port & starboard MDE raw water intake flanges ready for inspection.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 10 June 2008
Operations/Management › Vessel Safety Management › Reports and Analysis
Issued 15 May 2008 Resolved
Conduct sea trials PTCP.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Resolved 23 June 2008
Engineering › Fuel Oil Storage/Transfer System › Gauge
Issued 18 June 2007 Resolved
Properly secure tank level indicator, port side fuel tank space.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 18 July 2007
Resolved 10 July 2007
Fire Fighting › Portable Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher › Mounting Bracket
Issued 18 June 2007 Resolved
Provide marine type bracket in way of B-I portable fire extinguisher at operating station.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 18 July 2007
Resolved 10 July 2007
Communications › Alarms/Indicators › Fire Alarm
Issued 18 June 2007 Resolved
Replace battery backup in way of starboard engine compartment heat detector.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 18 June 2007
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Transverse Frame
Issued 18 June 2007 Resolved
Make proper repairs to buckled transverse web frame and 4 fractured welds prior to completion of next credit drydock 31May08. Vessel is restricted to Rivers route, not more than one mile from shore until repairs are complete.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 31 May 2008
Resolved 18 March 2008
Resolution: Vessel''s transverse web frame and welds were repaired. Vessel authorized to travel on Lakes, Bays, and Sounds route IAW vessel''s COI.
Documentation › Certificates/Documents › FCC SSL
Issued 26 May 2006 Resolved
Provide valid FCC Radio Certificate.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 14 June 2006
Resolved 13 June 2006
Engineering › Steering Gear System › Rudder
Issued 26 May 2006 Resolved
Make permanent repairs to minor water leak on STBD Rudder Post.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 7 June 2006
Resolved 7 June 2006
Operations/Management › Drills/Instruction › Man Overboard Recovery
Issued 26 May 2006 Resolved
Provide larger platform area as discussed for rescue platform.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 14 June 2006
Resolved 19 June 2006
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Pump
Issued 26 May 2006 Resolved
Provide portable hand pump with a minimum capacity of 10 GPM.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 1 June 2006
Resolved 1 June 2006
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Tripping/Falling Hazard
Issued 4 May 2006 Resolved
Strb E/R: Install ladders forward and aft.
Condition: Improper Installation
Due 31 May 2006
Resolved 31 May 2006
Fire Fighting › Ventilation Systems › Duct Hatches
Issued 4 May 2006 Resolved
Stbd E/R: Repair and test electric vent closure device.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 15 May 2006
Resolved 31 May 2006
Engineering › Shafting/Propeller Arrangements › Propeller Shaft
Issued 7 December 2005 Resolved
Make proper repairs to shaft in stbd side ER to the sat of the CG MI.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 31 May 2006
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Outlet Box
Issued 11 November 2005 Resolved
Properly secure receptacle box behind bridge console.
Condition: Unknown
Due 21 November 2005
Resolved 17 November 2005
Operations/Management › Bilge/Bilge System Management › Control of Oil Mixtures
Issued 11 November 2005 Resolved
Remove fuel in fuel tank void bilge.
Condition: Unknown
Due 21 November 2005
Resolved 17 November 2005
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety › Tripping/Falling Hazard
Issued 11 November 2005 Resolved
Properly secure ladder fwd end of P/S ER.
Condition: Unknown
Due 21 November 2005
Resolved 17 November 2005
Documentation › Markings/Placards › Lifejacket Placard
Issued 11 November 2005 Resolved
Provide instruction placard for IBA.
Condition: Unknown
Due 21 November 2005
Resolved 17 November 2005
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Weld
Issued 11 November 2005 Resolved
Submit repair proposal for port lazarette as discussed.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 17 November 2005
Engineering › Lubricating Oil Service System › Piping
Issued 11 November 2005 Resolved
Rebolt oil return line for turbo in S/S ER as discussed.
Condition: Unknown
Due 21 November 2005
Resolved 17 November 2005
Electrical › Lighting (service) › Lighting Fixture
Issued 11 November 2005 Resolved
replace light fixture in bridge.
Condition: Unknown
Due 21 November 2005
Resolved 17 November 2005
Communications › Alarms/Indicators › Bilge Alarm
Issued 11 November 2005 Resolved
Make repairs to bilge alarm panel. Visual alarm for heat sensor will not shut off.
Condition: Unknown
Due 21 November 2005
Resolved 17 November 2005
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Wiring
Issued 11 November 2005 Resolved
Properly terminate dead end wires in laz.
Condition: Unknown
Due 21 November 2005
Resolved 17 November 2005
Electrical › Lighting (service) › Lighting Branch Circuit
Issued 11 November 2005 Resolved
Replace box for name lights S/S top deck as discussed.
Condition: Unknown
Due 21 November 2005
Resolved 17 November 2005
Stability › Watertight Integrity › General
Issued 11 November 2005 Resolved
Investigate cause of leak in stbd side laz.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 17 November 2005
Operations/Management › Vessel Safety Management › Maintenance of Ship/Equipment
Issued 11 November 2005 Resolved
Develop and implement a Preventive Maintenance System.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Due 14 December 2005
Resolved 31 May 2006
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Piping (exhaust)
Issued 11 November 2005 Resolved
Make Port MDE exhaust piping available for inspection.
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 23 November 2005
Resolved 17 November 2005
Operations/Management › Drills/Instruction › Not Conducted
Issued 11 November 2005 Resolved
Conduct sea trials prior to carrying pax.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 31 May 2006
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Hull Plating
Issued 11 November 2005 Resolved
Hull plating IWO shaft tunnel port and stbd side were found with major pitting and corrosion. C/R both shaft tunnels to good hull plating. Submit repair proposal prior to work being done.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 13 March 2006
Resolution: Affected area plate renewed and air tested satisfactorily.
Electrical › Electrical Distribution System (service) › Grounding Conductor
Issued 1 December 2004 Resolved
Remove electrical bonding strap from the stainless elbow for the Port MDE cooling water intake.
Due 3 December 2004
Resolved 15 December 2004
Resolution: Rcvd e-mail from [name withheld] stating bonding strap was removed. 12/5/04 witnessed that bonding strap was removed.
Engineering › Diesel Engine (propulsion-reduction gear) › Piping (exhaust)
Issued 1 December 2004 Resolved
Make connection between the flexible hose and the stainless steel elbow for the Port MDE cooling water intake watertight.
Due 3 December 2004
Resolved 15 December 2004
Resolution: Rcvd e-mail from [name withheld] on 12/6/04 stating that the connection was watertight. 12/15/04 I observed a watertight connection while engine was running.
Engineering › Shafting/Propeller Arrangements › Stern Tube Bearing
Issued 1 December 2004 Resolved
Provide permanent repair proposal for the corroded aluminum fitting leading to the rubber hose for the shaft seal for the Ed Rogoski and Schulyer Meyer Jr.
Due 3 December 2004
Resolved 15 March 2005
Resolution: In follow up conversation with NYWT port engineer [name withheld], confirmed that the approved modifications were completed, and galvanic corrosion potential eliminated.
Operations/Management › Bilge/Bilge System Management › Control of Excess Water
Issued 1 December 2004 Resolved
Make all bilges free from water and oily residue.
Due 3 December 2004
Resolved 15 December 2004
Resolution: 12/6/04 rcvd e-mail from [name withheld] stating that bilges were cleaned and that the valve cover gaskets on both MDE''''s were replaced. 12/15/04 observed clean bilges.
Engineering › Fuel Oil Storage/Transfer System › Piping
Issued 18 November 2004 Resolved
Properly repair fractured area of fuel fill piping in port lazerett.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 1 December 2004
Resolution: Installation of Straub-Flex-1L connection verified.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Stiffener
Issued 16 November 2004 Resolved
V/W raw water suction support brackets in both port/stbd engine rooms and one stiffener in the port engine room, inboard side, aft bulkhead.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 18 November 2004
Resolution: Both raw water suction support brackets and stiffener properly V/W.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Transverse Frame
Issued 3 November 2004 Resolved
V/W steering support stanchion (two places) in stbd lazerett.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 18 November 2004
Resolution: Steering support stanchion properly welded.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Transverse Frame
Issued 3 November 2004 Resolved
C/R first frame aft of fwd bulkhead outboard side in stbd lazerett.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 18 November 2004
Resolution: Frame properly C/R.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Hull Plating
Issued 3 November 2004 Resolved
C/R side shell outboard side of stbd lazerett (gauged area) or prove gauge is less than 25% wastage.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 18 November 2004
Resolution: Gauge was determined by yard personnel to be less than 25% wastage.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Transverse Frame
Issued 3 November 2004 Resolved
C/R 2nd frame from fwd bulkhead, inboard side of stbd lazerett, IWO shaft tunnel.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 18 November 2004
Resolution: Frame properly C/R.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Hull Plating
Issued 3 November 2004 Resolved
CG-835 issued for yard/vessel owner/rep to closely examine all areas of both lazeretts for futher damage.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 18 November 2004
Resolution: Assured by yard/vessel owner/rep personnel that both lazeretts where closely examined for futher damage.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Transverse Frame
Issued 3 November 2004 Resolved
V/W steering stanchion support where it meets side shell.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 18 November 2004
Resolution: Steering stanchion properly welded.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Bottom Plating
Issued 3 November 2004 Resolved
Submit repair proposal for all items.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 18 November 2004
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Hull Plating
Issued 2 November 2004 Resolved
Submit repair proposal and properly repair crack in bottom plating, stbd hull.
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 18 November 2004
Resolution: Damaged area in bottom plating, stbd hull properly repaired and passed dye-penetrant test.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Hull Plating
Issued 9 July 2004 Resolved
Crack found below the waterline in lazarette hull
Condition: Unknown
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 14 July 2004
Resolved 14 July 2004
Resolution: C\R damaged area and die penn tested.
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System › Pump
Issued 14 April 2004 Resolved
Provide directions/op instuctions for fire pump (for operation with one fire pump). Bilge pump is not suitable to be used as a fire pump. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Instructions
Due 28 June 2004
Resolved 31 May 2006
Operations/Management › Pollution › Retention of Oily Mixture
Issued 22 March 2004 Resolved
Clean bilges in voids P\S #3, P\S #4, P\S #5.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 22 March 2004
Resolved 22 March 2004
Resolution: Bilges cleaned.
Operations/Management › Pollution › Retention of Oily Mixture
Issued 22 March 2004 Resolved
Determine origin of oily mix in bilges
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 22 March 2004
Resolved 22 March 2004
Resolution: See narrative.
Engineering › Fuel Oil Service System › Gauge
Issued 22 March 2004 Resolved
Provide written proof of properly operated engine & fuel system.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 22 March 2004
Resolved 22 March 2004
Resolution: Engine & fuel system tested, all sat.
Construction/Loadline › Hull › Hull Plating
Issued 22 March 2004 Resolved
Provide Dive Survey.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 22 March 2004
Resolved 22 March 2004
Resolution: Dive survey all sat.
Fire Fighting › Fixed CO2 Fire Extinguishing System
Issued 9 September 2003 Resolved
Securely mount fixed fire extinguishing system sirens in E/R. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Sirens
Due 23 September 2003
Resolved 16 October 2003
Resolution: Fixed fire extinguishing siren securely mounted in engine room.
Engineering › Freshwater System (jacketwater cooling)
Issued 9 September 2003 Resolved
Double hose clamp the generator cooling lines.
Due 16 September 2003
Resolved 29 September 2003
Fire Fighting › Portable CO2 Fire Extinguisher
Issued 9 September 2003 Resolved
Mount portable fire extinguisher in control space. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Mounting Bracket
Due 12 September 2003
Resolved 29 September 2003
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Occupational Safety
Issued 9 September 2003 Resolved
Secure portable lighting at control station and at entrance to E/R. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Portable Electric Equipment/Appliances
Due 12 September 2003
Resolved 9 September 2003
Lifesaving › Hand Flares
Issued 9 September 2003 Resolved
Mark flare box w/ "Distress Signals" LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Marking
Due 12 September 2003
Resolved 29 September 2003
Documentation › Certificates/Documents
Issued 9 September 2003 Resolved
Provide FCC Operators Permit for [name withheld].
Due 12 September 2003
Resolved 22 October 2003
Operations/Management › Drills/Instruction
Issued 11 March 2003 Resolved
Conduct sat fire and MOB drills. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Fire
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 10 September 2003
Resolved 9 September 2003
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing
Issued 11 March 2003 Resolved
Prove compliance w/ drug and alcohol program
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 10 September 2003
Resolved 29 September 2003
Communications › Radio Communications
Issued 11 March 2003 Resolved
Provide FCC station license. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: FCC station license
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 10 September 2003
Resolved 29 September 2003
Documentation › Certificates/Documents
Issued 11 March 2003 Resolved
Post COI and Stability Ltr. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: COI/Stability Ltr
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 10 September 2003
Resolved 29 September 2003
Personnel › Training
Issued 11 March 2003 Resolved
Provide proof that 50% of the crew is satisfactorily trained in First Aid/CPR. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: First Aid/CPR
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 10 September 2003
Resolved 29 September 2003
Accommodation/Occupational Safety › Medical/First Aid
Issued 11 March 2003 Resolved
Provide First Aid kit adequate for service. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Medicine Chest
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 10 September 2003
Resolved 9 September 2003
Personnel › Certificates/Documents/Licenses
Issued 11 March 2003 Resolved
[withheld — contains personal information; the deficiency system, dates, and resolution status are shown above]
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 10 September 2003
Resolved 9 September 2003
Navigation › Piloting/Steering
Issued 11 March 2003 Resolved
Provide all applicable Navigation Pubs: Charts, Tide and Current Tables, Inland Nav Rules, Coast Pilot [name withheld] COMPONENT DESC: Marine Charts
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 10 September 2003
Resolved 22 October 2003
Documentation › Logs/Records
Issued 11 March 2003 Resolved
Provide Bridge Log and Training Log. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Logbook (official)
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 10 September 2003
Resolved 22 October 2003
Operations/Management › Passenger Operations
Issued 11 March 2003 Resolved
Prove means for conducting a sat passenger safety orientation. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Safety Orientation
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 10 September 2003
Resolved 29 September 2003
Operations/Management › Passenger Operations
Issued 11 March 2003 Resolved
Prove method of conducting a sat passenger count.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 10 September 2003
Resolved 29 September 2003
Documentation › Markings/Placards
Issued 11 March 2003 Resolved
Post Emergency Instruction placard.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 10 September 2003
Resolved 29 September 2003
Navigation › Piloting/Steering
Issued 11 March 2003 Resolved
Provide and post compass deviation card. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Compass Deviation Table
Due 5 October 2003
Resolved 22 October 2003
Documentation › Markings/Placards
Issued 11 March 2003 Resolved
Provide and post Emergency Broadcast placard.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 10 September 2003
Resolved 29 September 2003
Lifesaving › Lifejacket/PFD (Type I)
Issued 11 March 2003 Resolved
Provide and label proper stowage for PFD's on main deck. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: Storage
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 10 September 2003
Resolved 29 September 2003
Fire Fighting › Portable Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher
Issued 11 March 2003 Resolved
Provide a USCG Type BI fire extinguisher, and properly mount, in pilothouse.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 10 September 2003
Resolved 29 September 2003
Fire Fighting › Fire Hoses
Issued 11 March 2003 Resolved
Provide 50FT, approved (UL19), firehose at aft fire station.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 10 September 2003
Resolved 9 September 2003
Electrical › Lighting (emergency)
Issued 11 March 2003 Resolved
Provide (2) flashlights for emergency lighting.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 10 September 2003
Resolved 9 September 2003
Engineering › Bilge Water Management System
Issued 11 March 2003 Resolved
Prove proper operation of stbd. Laz. high water alarm. LEGACY COMPONENT DESC: High Water Alarm
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 10 September 2003
Resolved 9 September 2003

Casualty record · 7

22 March 2004Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 2031060
10 November 2004Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 2238867
10 March 2005Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 2366882
6 May 2005Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 2354908
9 August 2005Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 2485386
31 August 2005Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 2520932
15 May 2008Routine · role: Involved in a Marine Casualty · activity 3338893
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

ED ROGOWSKY (2004–2005). 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.