GroundRules
46 CFR 11.435: Requirements for Master of inland self-propelled vessels of unlimited tonnage.
Where this section sits in the code
- Title 46—Shipping
- CHAPTER I—COAST GUARD, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
- SUBCHAPTER B—MERCHANT MARINE OFFICERS AND SEAMEN
- PART 11—REQUIREMENTS FOR OFFICER ENDORSEMENTS
- Subpart D—Professional Requirements for National Deck Officer Endorsements
(a) The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for an endorsement as Master of self-propelled vessels of unlimited tonnage on inland waters, excluding the Great Lakes is—
(1) One year of service as First-Class Pilot (of other than canal and small lakes routes) or Mate of Great Lakes or inland self-propelled vessels of 1,600 GRT or more while holding an MMC endorsement as Mate inland or First-Class Pilot of Great Lakes and inland self-propelled vessels of unlimited tonnage; or
(2) Two years of service performing bridge watchkeeping duties under the supervision of the Master or a qualified officer while holding a Mate/First-Class Pilot MMC endorsement.
(b) [Reserved]
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