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Passenger (Inspected)

THE STRAITS OF MACKINAC

U.S. Official No. 227644

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Type

Passenger (Inspected)

Flag

USA

Length

59.8 m

Beam

14.7 m

Draft

4.5 m

First reported

Jun 2026

AIS reports

THE STRAITS OF MACKINAC, a ferry vessel flying the American flag, measures 59.8 metres on deck. She has 14.7 metres in the beam and a draft of 4.5 m. Officially she's U.S. official number 227644. THE STRAITS OF MACKINAC can join the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network for free: think of it as a watch network that has every boat's back.

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About THE STRAITS OF MACKINAC

What kind of vessel is THE STRAITS OF MACKINAC?

THE STRAITS OF MACKINAC is a Passenger (Inspected) flagged to United States of America.

What is THE STRAITS OF MACKINAC's U.S. Official No.?

THE STRAITS OF MACKINAC's U.S. Official No. is 227644.

How big is THE STRAITS OF MACKINAC?

THE STRAITS OF MACKINAC is about 59.8 m long, 14.7 m on the beam, drawing 4.5 m.

Is THE STRAITS OF MACKINAC on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network?

Not yet. If THE STRAITS OF MACKINAC is your boat, you can claim it free and join the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network (MMSIn).