WESTERN FLYER (IMO 8990902)
WESTERN FLYER is a Research Vessel built in 1996 and flying the United States of America flag, placing it in its 30th year of service. The vessel reports a gross tonnage of 856. Due to its specific design and tonnage, it is configured for specialized research operations. The vessel is classed by Other, which is not listed as an IACS member. Recent observation data places the vessel in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions and along the North America East Coast. It has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
- Type: Research Vessel
- Flag: United States of America
- Year built: 1996
- MMSI: 367766000
- Call sign: WDD2611
- Gross tonnage: 856
- Deadweight: 0 t
- Length overall: 34 m
- Beam: 16 m
- Registered owner · Ship manager: SOUTH FLORIDA UNIVERSITY (USA)
- ISM manager: FLORIDA INSTITUTE OCEANOGRAPHY (USA)
- Last AIS position: 27°45.6′N · 082°37.9′W · Speed 7.1 kn · received 3 June 2026 at 20:27 UTC
- Destination: ST PETERSBURG (USA)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the vessel type of WESTERN FLYER?
WESTERN FLYER is a Research Vessel. It was built in 1996 and is currently in its 30th year of service.
What is the gross tonnage of WESTERN FLYER?
The vessel has a reported gross tonnage of 856. There is no deadweight tonnage recorded for this specific unit.
Where has WESTERN FLYER been operating recently?
The vessel has been observed in the Middle America and Gulf of Mexico regions. It has also been active along the North America East Coast.
How many inspections has WESTERN FLYER undergone?
No port state control (PSC) inspection records are on file for this vessel.
What is the flag history of WESTERN FLYER?
The vessel currently flies the United States of America flag. Its history shows it has operated under 1 former flag state.
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