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Pp, O. Box 3160
Honolulu, BHI
Phone: 546-5564
16710
17 April 1979
Mr. C, E. Otterman
Owner, LIKTANUR II
666 Prospect Penthouse 1
Ronolulu, HI 96813
Dear Mr. Otterman:
With reference to your letter of 13.April 1979, I find the LIKTANUR II,
O.N. 572028, en oceanographic research vessel as defined in Section 44)
of Title 46 United States Code. ; An oceanographic research vessel is
not considered a "passenger vessel", @ "vessel carrying passengers, OF
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vessel inspection and manaing lews.
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However, all other reguletions remain applicable.
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oceanography or Limnology,or both, or exclusively
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subject to the applicable provisions of lawe and renulattons paverning
such activities.
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact this office.
Sincerely,
A. D.
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