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Passenger (Inspected)
By The Way
MMSI 338004000 · Call sign WDL6999
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Passenger (Inspected)
Flag
USALength
14 m
Beam
4.9 m
Draft
1.8 m
Call sign
WDL6999
Official No.
555055
Hull ID
NWN46169D920
AIS reports
2
By The Way is a ferry vessel registered in the United States, 14 metres LOA. She has a 4.9 m beam and a draft of 1.8 m. On AIS she appears as MMSI 338004000, call sign WDL6999. Keep every soul aboard By The Way covered with the free Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network.
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About By The Way
What kind of vessel is By The Way?
By The Way is a Passenger (Inspected) flagged to United States of America.
What is By The Way's MMSI?
By The Way's MMSI is 338004000. Call sign WDL6999.
How big is By The Way?
By The Way is about 14 m long, 4.9 m on the beam, drawing 1.8 m.
Is By The Way on the Master's Mate Safety Initiative Network?
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