South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 136 - DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION- COMMISSIONERS OF PILOTAGE
Article 1 - LOWER COASTAL AREA
Section 136-050 - Federal Pilot Licensure
Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 3, March 22, 2024
A. In order that every U. S. flag vessel calling at the Lower Coastal Area be rendered properly authorized pilotage, every pilot for the Lower Coastal Area in addition to his/her state license, may also hold a valid federal first class pilot license for the Lower Coastal Area. Such federal licensure, while a practical necessity, is not a prerequisite for state licensure.
B. 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.
C. 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.
