On 8/31/1987 , the vessel ALEUTIAN (Official Number 176501) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in PRINCIPE CHANNEL, B.C.,.
The vessel, with 1 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. Fortunately, the ship was able to continue its voyage. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 9/30/1987 . Weather at the time was reported as fog with winds from the SE at 12.00 knots.
OPERATOR FELL ASLEEP AND VESSEL GROUNDED Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-87