Geschichte
This ferry, passenger was built in 1988 by Nichols Brothers Boat Builders Inc. in Freeland, WA.
Historische Notizen
Built for use at the US Army missile test range at Kwajalein Atoll in the Marshall Islands.
From 2010-2013 the Rachel Marie was leased to the King County Ferry District (Seattle WA USA) for use on the West Seattle route of the King County Water Taxi. On September 26, 2010, an engine control failure led to an allision of the Rachel Marie with the Washington Street Public Boat Landing in Seattle WA USA. As a result, six passenger, one crewmember and one bystander suffered injuries. The vessel incurred minor damage and was returned to service.
Eigentümer & Kapitäne
In 1988-2004c she was owned by U.S. Army Strategic Defense Command, San Francisco CA USA.
In 2005-2016 she was owned by Four Seasons Marine Services, Poulsbo WA USA.
In 2025 she was owned by Major Marine Tours, Seward AK USA.
Namensbedeutung
In Marshall Islands culture, Jera is a term for a very close friend or near-familial relationship.
Referenzen
- cgmix.uscg.mil ↗ (website viewed 31/07/2026)
- wireless2.fcc.gov ↗ (website viewed 31/07/2026)
- www.dco.uscg.mil ↗
