Records from 2008 to 2023. Most recent: inspection, 2 February 2023.
Documentation record
Registered dimensions (L × B × D)46.0 ft × 16.0 ft × 3.5 ft
Registered tonnagegross 17 / net 13
ITC dimensions (L × B × D)Not recorded
ITC tonnageNot recorded
BuilderCHARLES E DAVIS JR · RIDGE, MD, UNITED STATES · built 2008
Hull materialFRP (Fiberglass)
PropulsionDiesel Reduction
Hull shapeShip
Hull configurationMonohull
Hailing portVIRGINIA BEACH, VA
Trade endorsementsCoastwise, unrestricted, Fishery
DocumentationValid · issued 6 February 2026 · expires 28 February 2027
Service, as the file records itCommercial Fishing Vessel
Hull formpowered (Maury's inference from propulsion, hull shape, material and length, rule hf-1; not a recorded fact)
Tonnage as PSIX records it13 - Simplified, Net Ton
17 - 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.
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. Reports.
Inspection history · 10
2 February 2023
Type not recorded
No type recorded · USCGC SAILFISH (WPB 87356) · USCG Northeast District (CGD-NE) · Activity 7631511
29 July 2019
Administrative Inspection
Administrative · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6765973
15 May 2018
Internal Structural Exam · Drydock Exam
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6415736
18 April 2018
Deficiency Check
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6397790
6 March 2018
Annual Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6349813
29 November 2016
Administrative Inspection · DAPI Audit · COI Inspection
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 6049166
8 April 2016
Drydock Exam · Internal Structural Exam
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 5849694
8 December 2011
Deficiency Check · COI Inspection · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 4199942
24 February 2010
Hull Examination
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3685502
17 December 2008
Initial Certification · DAPI Audit
Physical examination · Sector Maryland-National Capital Region · USCG East District (CGD-E) · Activity 3381175
Communications › Alarms/Indicators › High Water Alarm
Issued 6 March 2018
Resolved
Repair engine room high water alarm. Repair auto bilge pumps in steering and engine compartments.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 6 March 2018
Resolved 18 April 2018
Resolution: Verified proper operation of ENG Rm's High Water Alarm and (Auto) Bilge Pump, and Steering Rm's Auto) Bilge Pump, all sat.
Electrical › Electric Supply System (service) › Battery Installation
Issued 6 March 2018
Resolved
Remove wing nuts from batteries.
Condition: Improper Installation
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2018
Resolved 18 April 2018
Resolution: Verified "through-bolt" style terminals for batteries, all sat.
Operations/Management › Drug and Alcohol Testing › Testing, Equipment
Issued 6 March 2018
Resolved
Provide on board alcohol test kits (2), or a letter from the Sheriff stating they can do test 24/7-365.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2018
Resolved 18 April 2018
Resolution: Verified (02) valid Alcohol Test Kits, all sat.
Navigation › Piloting/Steering › US Coast Pilot
Issued 6 March 2018
Resolved
Update U.S. Coast Pilot and Light List.
Condition: Invalid
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2018
Resolved 18 April 2018
Resolution: Verified updated 2018 Coast Pilot and Light List, all sat.
Operations/Management › Equipment Service/Testing › EPIRB
Issued 6 March 2018
Resolved
EPIRB battery and hydrostatic release expired, Renew. Vessel is restricted to Lakes, Bays, and Sounds until verified by USCG marine inspector.
Condition: Placed in Improper Service
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2018
Resolved 8 March 2021
Resolution: Vessel is operating as CFV not SPV
Lifesaving › Lifefloat › Serviceable
Issued 6 March 2018
Resolved
Renew paint on 15 person life float using approved Jim-Buoy system.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 705 - Other - as specified
Due 20 March 2018
Resolved 18 April 2018
Resolution: Verified renewed paint job on 15-person life float (with approved [name withheld] system), all sat.
Operations/Management › Equipment Service/Testing › EPIRB
Issued 29 November 2016
Resolved
Provide proof of valid EPIRB (issued as PTCP).
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Due 14 December 2016
Resolved 19 December 2016
Resolution: Verified proof of valid EPIRB, ALL SAT
Navigation › Electronic Positioning › Radio Direction Finding Device
Issued 8 December 2011
Resolved
Float free arrangement not immediately available for EPIRB. Obtain a float free device and install IAW instructions.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 28 December 2011
Resolution: New 406 MHz EPIRB with Class 1 Float Free Bracket purchased and installed on the vessel.
Navigation › Electronic Positioning › Radio Direction Finding Device
Issued 8 December 2011
Resolved
EPIRB not tested monthly. Determine proper method of testing and conduct monthly test with log to show adherance to regulations.
Condition: Improper/Lack of Maintenance
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 28 December 2011
Resolution: Vessel owner familiar with the testing function of the EPIRB and has begun a log that will document his monthly checks of the unit.
Communications › Radio Communications › EPIRB
Issued 17 December 2008
Resolved
PRIOR TO CARRYING PASSENGERS ON A LIMITED COASTWISE ROUTE, THE VESSEL MUST HAVE PROCURED AND INSTALLED A REGISTERED EPIRB.
Action required: 701 - Prior to carriage of passengers/cargo
Resolved 9 January 2009
Resolution: EPIRB procured and installed.