She is U.S. Coast Guard approved to carry a crew of two and a maximum of 20 adult passengers. Since her commissioning in 1968, she has faithfully provided steady transport on hundreds of field excursions for students to the waters of Mississippi Sound. With a draft of 4.5 ft., she is capable of 8 knots and has a 450 mile cruising range, being able to draw on 400 gallons of fuel for extended trips. Charges consist of a base fee covering the first four hours of operation plus a fee for each additional hour of operation. For extended cruises, a new base fee starts each 12 hours.
Fees listed include charges for crew and fuel except in the case of an extended cruise.
The Gulf Coast Research Laboratory reserves the right to change fees without notice. Gulf Coast Research Laboratory has a drug-free workplace policy that extends to all facilities.