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Law Enforcement
VF 1173
MMSI 247122700 · Call sign IYQO
Not yet on Master's MateType
Law Enforcement
Flag
ITALength
28 m
Beam
7 m
Draft
1 m
Call sign
IYQO
First reported
Jun 2026
Last reported
Jun 2026
AIS reports
85
VF 1173 is an Italian 28-metre craft. She's built with a 7-metre beam and a 1-metre draft. Officially she's MMSI 247122700, call sign IYQO. Claim VF 1173 free on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network and let nearby cruisers have her back.
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Live AIS position · Jun 9, 2026 18:14 UTC
Position
44.4062° N, 8.9207° E
Status
Under way (sailing)
Speed
0.1 kn
Course
360°
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About VF 1173
What kind of vessel is VF 1173?
VF 1173 is a Law Enforcement flagged to Italy.
Where was VF 1173 last seen?
VF 1173 was last reported in the Ligurian Sea in Jun 2026 on public AIS.
What is VF 1173's MMSI?
VF 1173's MMSI is 247122700. Call sign IYQO.
How big is VF 1173?
VF 1173 is about 28 m long, 7 m on the beam, drawing 1 m.
Is VF 1173 on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network?
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