I don't know why you would want to go the MCA route. The US license is recognized worldwide for both yachts AND commercial vessels. If you go the...
Thanks for the reply. I doubt this will be of interest, as they used to be full-time residents of California and still have a couple of vacation...
Agreed I agree. I have stopped even reading the thread as it has deteriorated. Sorting through (no small task) and separating the wheat from the...
I can't recall the name of the Ferretti which ran over the backbone in the late 90's (1999 I think?). I was doing an extension/refit at Allied...
Which part isn't true? The chart does say to use a local pilot. And insurance companies have, in fact, denied claims for boats not undertaking a...
Anyplace where the chart says , in big bold red letters, to use a pilot; this captain uses a pilot. Seems like pretty cheap insurance and a fine...
That thing moves pretty regularly. The pole is a point of reference but should be re-visited each year. My suggestion would be to call one of the...
well said!
You might PM YF member Chevelle. He doesn't have a license but is a great relief engineer. I've used him and recommended him many times.
I ran this same boat for some time (Hull #1) so I understand where Henning's opinion of Westport originates. I think there was a learning curve...
Good spirits are important I have been spending my own fair share of time in the hospital(s) over the past couple of months. Last month we...
That boat has hit many things over the past number of years. I towed her up to Bradford back in 2004 (?) and she didn't even tow well. She has...
We are always available for charter, but I don't think you'll find too many owners who are going to be crazy about paying a charter commission...
That's Laurel, built by Delta
We are insured to charter, so I don't see it as an issue. Does anyone have any thoughts on how to pursue this further?
My boss is interested in swapping some time on his US East Coast based yacht for a yacht based on the West Coast and/or Europe. He has interest...
Welcome Welcome to FY Maldwin. I think you'll find lots of good information here and I'm quite sure you'll add a fair amount too!
Something just seems terribly wrong with having to hire consultants to watch your consultants! Why not just lay your concerns out to the boss and...
Great Rendezvous That was a fun weekend. I'm at the helm of Corisande VII in this photo (56' Corinthian)
Aye Tides Aye Tides has worldwide tide info
