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Passenger (Inspected)
SKIP-A-LOU
U.S. Official No. 249218
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Passenger (Inspected)
Flag
USALength
11.9 m
Beam
4 m
Draft
1.4 m
First reported
Jun 2026
AIS reports
1
SKIP-A-LOU is an American passenger ferry, 11.9 metres long. Her hull carries a 4-metre beam and a draft of 1.4 m. Her papers read U.S. official number 249218. SKIP-A-LOU is invited to the free Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network, where cruisers keep each other safe.
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About SKIP-A-LOU
What kind of vessel is SKIP-A-LOU?
SKIP-A-LOU is a Passenger (Inspected) flagged to United States of America.
What is SKIP-A-LOU's U.S. Official No.?
SKIP-A-LOU's U.S. Official No. is 249218.
How big is SKIP-A-LOU?
SKIP-A-LOU is about 11.9 m long, 4 m on the beam, drawing 1.4 m.
Is SKIP-A-LOU on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network?
Not yet. If SKIP-A-LOU is your boat, you can claim it free and join the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network (MMSIn).
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