Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 494 - BOARD OF PILOTAGE COMMISSIONERS
Chapter 494-1 - SAINT SIMONS AND SAINT ANDREWS BARS
Subject 494-1-1 - RULES FOR THE GOVERNMENT OF BAR AND HARBOR PILOTAGE
Rule 494-1-1-.20 - Federal Pilot Licensure
Current through Rules and Regulations filed through September 23, 2024
(1) In order that every U.S. flag vessel calling at the Port of Brunswick be rendered properly authorized pilotage, every pilot at Brunswick, in addition to his/her state license, may also hold a valid federal First Class Pilot license for the Brunswick bar and harbor. Such federal licensure, while a practical necessity, is not a prerequisite for State licensure.
(2) The pilots are authorized to perform federal pilotage services to merchant vessels requiring federally licensed pilots, and to public vessels of the United States, provided that such service does not conflict with their duties as State pilots.
(3) Federal law [46 USC 8502(b)] prohibits State pilots from charging more for federal pilotage than the customary rates. The pilots are authorized to charge less and are further authorized to enter into contract(s) for the performance of federal pilotage.
O.C.G.A. Sec. 52-6-11.
