Story
This aircraft crash boat was built in 1937 by Boeing Aircraft (Canada) Ltd. in Vancouver, BC.
Historical Notes
This vessel was based at Western Air Command, Bella Bella/Annette Island,
Owners & Masters
In 1937 she was in service with the Royal Canadian Air Force.
In 1946 she was owned by Minister of Public Works, Ottawa ON Canada.
In 1990-2004 she was owned by the Minister of Public Works and Government Services, Ottawa ON Canada.
Name Significance
Named after the sea duck native to the Atlantic and Pacific Coasts of Canada.
References
- Canada List of Shipping
- Weicht, Chris (1997)
- RG12 Reel T-11905 (1947) (R.C.A.F. M.172)
- RG12 Reel T-11595 (Scooter)
- Bryon Taylor (Email to Nauticapedia 18/07/2018)
