What is a Coast Guard Master license?

The USCG Master License allows the holder to operate inspected vessels as well as uninspected vessels. Any vessel that is certified (authorized) by the USCG to carry more than 6 paying passengers plus crew must have a Boat Captain who holds a 25/50/100 Ton Master license.

How do I get my Master’s captain’s license?

3 What are the requirements for an 25/50 or 100 Master Captain’s License?

You must be at least 19 years old.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Have a minimum of 360 days boating experience.
Pass a physical.
Pass a drug test.
Hold a valid adult CPR and valid first aid card.
Obtain a TWIC card.

What is a Master captain’s license?

The Master license is the highest level which can be obtained and allows you to perform the duties of an OUPV Six-pack captain and also operate inspected vessels. Inspected vessels are approved to carry seven or more paying passengers and have been built in accordance with rigid USCG standards.

What is considered near coastal waters?

Near-coastal means ocean waters not more than 200 miles offshore from the U.S. and its possessions, except for MMCs endorsed as Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessel for which near-coastal is limited to waters not more than 100 miles offshore from the U.S. and its possessions.

How do you become a master mariner?

To be licensed as a Master mariner, the candidate must be: Either a licensed senior deck officer on ships of 3000 GRT and over, with an additional 12 months’ sea practice of as a senior deck officer on commercial seagoing vessels of 3000 GRT and above in international shipping.

What is a 50 ton boat?

A 50-ton vessel can be 50-70 feet depending on the type vessel and material it is built with. A 100-ton vessel can be 65 feet or more depending on its construction and commercial uses. These are generalizations but are useful guides.

How do I get a Master Mariner license?

What is the difference between near coastal and inland?

Coastal climates tend to have wetter winters and drier summers, whereas inland climates have more humid summers and drier winters.

How far offshore is near Coastal?

The United States claims territorial waters that extend 12 nautical miles, or about 13.8 common miles, from shore. Until today, the contiguous zone, or the area in which the United States claims the right to enforce its laws, also extended 12 nautical miles from the coast.