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Passenger (Uninspected)

BLACK-TIE OPTIONAL

U.S. Official No. 1316785

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Type

Passenger (Uninspected)

Flag

USA

Length

12 m

Beam

3.6 m

Draft

1.9 m

Hull ID

SERY1323C121

First reported

Jun 2026

AIS reports

BLACK-TIE OPTIONAL is a passenger boat registered in the United States, measuring 12 metres. BLACK-TIE OPTIONAL has 3.6 metres in the beam and a 1.9 m draft. Her registration reads U.S. official number 1316785. For a boat that carries people, BLACK-TIE OPTIONAL can lean on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network — free distress alerting and a fleet that's paying attention.

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About BLACK-TIE OPTIONAL

What kind of vessel is BLACK-TIE OPTIONAL?

BLACK-TIE OPTIONAL is a Passenger (Uninspected) flagged to United States of America.

What is BLACK-TIE OPTIONAL's U.S. Official No.?

BLACK-TIE OPTIONAL's U.S. Official No. is 1316785.

How big is BLACK-TIE OPTIONAL?

BLACK-TIE OPTIONAL is about 12 m long, 3.6 m on the beam, drawing 1.9 m.

Is BLACK-TIE OPTIONAL on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network?

Not yet. If BLACK-TIE OPTIONAL is your boat, you can claim it free and join the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network (MMSIn).