Vessel Profile

G.T. San Francisco

G.T. San Francisco
Photo: George Schneider

Story

This ferry, passenger (spaulding class) was built in 1977 by Campbell Industries in San Diego, CA.

Historical Notes

George Schneider (Email to Nauticapedia 07/12/2021) stated ""State of the art" has changed, and these boats were changed from gas turbine to diesel waterjet propulsion, and all the newer boats have been catamaran hulls, but even with several major rebuilds, SAN FRANCISCO (586350) of 1977 and her two sisters remain in regular service, while several newer vessels have already been discarded. "

Owners & Masters

In 1977-2026 she was owned by Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco CA USA.

References

George Schneider (Email to Nauticapedia 21/09/2022)

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