46 CFR 401.222: Temporary Registered Pilots on the Great Lakes.

(a) The Director may, when necessary to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable pilotage service for maritime commerce, issue a Temporary Registration to any person found qualified under this subpart who:

(1) Holds a valid MMC;

(2) Meets the requirements of 46 CFR 401.210 (except paragraph (a)(5));

(3) Has previously held a Full Registration;

(4) Meets the requirements of 46 CFR part 16; and

(5) Either:

(i) Has reached the age of 70 and desires to continue providing pilotage services; or

(ii) Has retired from pilotage service and desires to provide pilotage services.

(b) A Temporary Registration is valid for a length of time to be determined by the Director, but not to exceed 1 year from the date of issuance.