Pilot Boat

Pilot boat "Muir Pilot" departing Pirate Harbour

The transfer of pilots to and from seagoing vessels should not rely solely on mutual trust and good intentions.

Pilot boat Razorbill southbound on the River Mersey, returning from the bar.

Baltic Workboats 16m ice going diesel electric pilot boat

For 174 years, the San Francisco Bar Pilots have been safely navigating the world’s largest ships through some of North America’s most challenging waterways.

Is #ships still use #flags for #communication ?

Video footage from the Florø rescue helicopter.

Cadets get a wide variety of experiences at Great Lakes Maritime Academy. Glad this was captured to show the viewer what it is like boarding a vessel from a pilot boat.