The SBYD is an organization of designers, engineers, boatbuilders, surveyors, and others interested in the design and construction of small craft -- sail and power yachts, as well as small commercial vessels. The goal of the Society is to provide a forum for the exchange of ideas and information relative to the small craft marine industry, through meetings, tours, seminars, and publications.
The U.S. Coast Guard has issued a Technical Note regarding Rigid Inflatable boats for passenger vessel service. As anyone knows who has tried to get them certified in the past, they don't quite fit the mold for some of the regulations -- freeboard, downflooding, drainage and stability testing to name a few of the issues.
The U.S. Coast Guard has issued a Technical Note regarding Rigid Inflatable boats for passenger vessel service. As anyone knows who has tried to get them certified in the past, they don't quite fit the mold for some of the regulations -- freeboard, downflooding, drainage and stability testing to name a few of the issues.
