Certifying a boat for a 6-Pack license.

[Sand crab]

What requirements does your boat have to meet to get this?
I have the Jones act and it's waivers and the captains license figured out (I hope) but I can't find the rules for the boat here or in the CG regs. So where are the official rules for this?

[AnchorageGuy]

A little confusing. The boat doesn't get a 6 pack license, the captain does. If your looking to certify a charter boat to carry passengers, that depends on a number of things. Chuck

[Fiveslide]

OUPV stands for operator of uninspected passenger vessel. Pretty sure that's what your going for. Your insurance company, however, will probably have all sorts of requirements, I imagine.

[cal40john]

http://www.uscg.mil/pvs/docs/UPV%20J...V5%20OCT07.pdf

cfr title 46, chapter 1, part C

46 CFR C - UNINSPECTED VESSELS

[Pau Hana]

For 6 pack charters, your vessel won't need to be inspected....nor would you want it to be.

[Sand crab]

Thanks guys and especially cal40john. That was what I was looking for.

[belizesailor]

Originally Posted by Fiveslide

OUPV stands for operator of uninspected passenger vessel. Pretty sure that's what your going for. Your insurance company, however, will probably have all sorts of requirements, I imagine.

Not a lot more requirements, but the insurance for commercial versus recreational use is dramatically higher. And, there are a much more limited number of insurers to choose from. Im on a sea-batical from the charter biz now, first time since 1994 I have not carried commercial coverage...not missing that payment at all. Also, most companies Ive dealt with want the full years premium up front. Inevitably, this always seems to workout to be in the offseason, when revenues are low. If you dont want to come out of pocket for the premium then set cash aside in the peak season.

No requirements for UPV other than the standard Federal requirements...see CFRs as posted.

Check local & State laws, and tax code, in your intended venue. USCG districts have some degree of autonomy and may also set some requirements for that district. Check with them too...Ive always found the Coasties to be helpful and responsive.

Speaking of tax code, one of the few financial benefits of owning a boat used commercially, is that you can apply the depreciation to your taxes...depending upon the boat and your tax situation, that can add up to substantial tax savings. Best to have a good accountant handle this for you.