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Comment on Why do people who own yachts feel that they can flout the rules? by Miss Marble

Miss Marble — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 04:04:56 +0000

Perhaps because they belong to the class of people who make the rules and have learned that laws apply only to people who can’t buy their way around them. Of course even those folks occasionally run up against laws of physics which don’t bend to accomodate stupidity. Crushing black depths sounds appropriate.

Comment on Why do people who own yachts feel that they can flout the rules? by Capt. John

Capt. John — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 08:22:56 +0000

C’mon guys… You are giving me no respect.
Think about it…
“Stupidity” has no boundaries…
It is certainly not limited to the size on one’s vessel any more then it is to the color of their skin, or their age or sex.
Nor does it have anything to do with the “type” of vessel – be it sail or power, drift or paddle…
You find it in all walks of life…
at all “education” levels… and even in education itself.
Every Company, every career… is infected with it.
We all have our “stupid boater” stories… and I don’t think by any means you can compare “yachts” (whatever your definition is of it) or “yacht” Captains to “Aggie or Blonde jokes”.
Thank goodness… most people are responsible… and personally, I find most of them on the water.
Happy & Safe Boating!

Comment on What would I need to do to become a Captain for a luxury yacht? by spark

spark — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 00:31:47 +0000

You can also get an MCA license. That costs $10,000 and takes many weeks. This allows you to operate foreign flagged vessels. First, you need to get onto a yacht as a deckhand to accumulate the sea time you need.

To run a cruise ship, you need to attend a maritime school, such as Mass. Maritime. This is a college. After you leave you will have no problem doing whatever you want in the maritime industry.

Comment on Why do people who own yachts feel that they can flout the rules? by Mr. No Name

Mr. No Name — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 10:03:30 +0000

One thing I’ve learned on the waterfront is that just because someone has a yacht, or is a licensed captain, does not mean that they are smart or competent.
There are some absolutely clueless people out there on the water.
A day or two after 9/11 a guy I knew decided to teach himself how to sail.
He almost ran into one of our subs. Sailors were piling out of the sub with weapons ready to blow him out of the water.
He didn’t know how to sail, the motor didn’t work and the anchor was not attached to the chain.
He was pleading for his life as he neared the sub screaming that he was an idiot and to please not shoot.
Another military boat blocked, and pushed him away from the sub.

Comment on What would I need to do to become a Captain for a luxury yacht? by Captain Bill

Captain Bill — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 12:58:32 +0000

A 200 footer? Well that is a great goal.
To obtain a ‘Captain’s” license you should attend a USCG approved training course. They will provide what is needed to pass the exam and should help you with the paper work and application. But after you get a license most owners are not going to turn you loose on a multi million dollar yacht without you having years of experience.

For lower level licenses there are basically two types of licenses:
* Operator Uninspected Passenger Vessel
* Master License in 25, 50, 100 gross ton then 200, 500 gr ton
and then they are defined by the scope or area you can operate in: Inland and Near Coastal. There is an Ocean and All Ocean too, but with the license level you are looking at that will not be an option.

Good Luck – Boat Safe

Comment on Why do people who own yachts feel that they can flout the rules? by RJR

RJR — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 07:57:15 +0000

Because they have the money to buy a yacht.

You see, people are naive. Ever seen a kid who thinks he’s a mechanic because he bought a tool set from Sears? Kinda the same thing with boats. A guy buys a yacht and figures if he can drive it he can sail it. No traffic lights and no speed limit.

But I would wish the Coast Guard on them and not Davey Jones’s locker… because inevitably they’d haul you or I into the depths with them.

Comment on keel damage onmy boat? by wvparanormal

wvparanormal — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 02:22:20 +0000

Really pretty simple, it’s time for you to learn to do some body work. Fixing gouges in your boat’s keel is no different than fixing gouges in a fiberglass car. Go to the car parts place and buy some fiberglass resin and hardner. Sand or grind in and around the gouges to give the filler something to hold on to, mix it up and fill the gouges then sand it and paint it.

Comment on What would I need to do to become a Captain for a luxury yacht? by Richard C

Richard C — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 20:39:07 +0000

There are several maritime schools which you can attend. But first get the best education you can. You can start by reading books like Chapmans. Keep in mind you need experience, you work your way up to captain, you don’t start there. Good luck!

Comment on What would I need to do to become a Captain for a luxury yacht? by Wooglet Voot

Wooglet Voot — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 04:55:38 +0000

If you currently do not have a license and are interested in becoming a “Charter Boat Captain,” you can achieved this goal by obtaining a variety of licenses, as detailed below.

General Requirements for License’s Checklist

Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessel (OUPV) or “6-Pack” License – This license is most appropriate for uninspected passenger vessels which by law are limited to six or less passengers for hire. These are usually smaller vessels and normally engage in charter fishing, whale watching, SCUBA diving, and tour cruises. This license is limited to near coastal waters only not more than 100 miles offshore and is not valid for international voyages.

OUPV Limited License – Also known as Limited Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessels. This is commonly known as a “launchtender license” and is issued to those employed by organizations such as yacht clubs, marinas, formal camps, and educational institutions, limited to the specific activity and locality.

Limited Master License (less than 100 gross register tons) – This is the same license as directly above, but is issued to those who operate Coast Guard inspected vessels.

Master, 100 Tons License (less than 100 gross register tons and only for 25, 50, or 100 gross register tons) – This license is most appropriate for operating small passenger vessels carrying more than six passengers that are inspected for and carry a USCG Certificate of Inspection. Typical vessels include charter boats (head boats), small ferries, dinner boats, and whale watch vessels.

Comment on Where can I find interior pictures of world famous yachts? by Joe S

Joe S — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 18:43:09 +0000

It’s difficult as the owers are private and don’t always allow public, even media, showings of them.