Sp12M The Capsizing of the Golden Ray (Hybrid/In-Person)
In-Person | Available (Membership Required)
[NEW COURSE] While departing Brunswick, GA on September 8, 2019, the Golden Ray, a 600-foot RoRo (rollon/rolloff) vehicle carrier, capsized off Jekyll Island, GA. We will follow the voyage of the Golden Ray from South Korea to Brunswick. We will then review a detailed recording of the incident, and the lengthy Coast Guard/National Traffic Safety Board hearing. This will be followed by an analysis of the cause of the incident, and what, or who, was responsible. Finally we will review the lengthy salvage operation, and the environmental consequences. Audio/Visual, Discussion
- *This registration item is HYBRID/IN-PERSON, which means that you can attend either in-person or via Zoom. DO NOT also register for the Zoom section of this course.*
James Scott
Jim Scott has been a sailboat and power-boat owner since childhood and maintains his interest in boat design and training. He holds BS and MS degrees in mechanical and aerospace sciences.