Histoire
This rescue boat was built in 1966 by Smedvik Mek. Verksted in Tjorvag.
Notes historiques
George Schneider (August 2026) reports: This vessel reportedly hasn't moved in 20 years, and is surrounded by folklore. A pretty good breakdown of her true history is recorded in the WMHS site referenced below.
Propriétaires et capitaines
In 1966-1998 her owners were the Norwegian Society for Sea Rescue, Oslo Norway.
In 1999-2002 she was owned by Autauga Air Inc., Birmingham AL (Pensacola FL) USA.
In 2003-2004 she was owned by Associated Marine Institutes Inc, Tampa FL USA.
In 2005-2026 she was owned by Craig Yort, Richton Park IL (Tampa FL) USA
Armement
None
Signification du nom
Name reportedly translates to "The Limp." (see ref)
Références
- wmhs.org ↗ (accessed 20Aug26)
- Merchant Vessels of the United States Annual digital data files, 1999-2026
- cgmix.uscg.mil ↗ (Accessed 15 Aug 2026)
