On 4/4/1977 1, the vessel LADONA MAY (Official Number 320770) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in ATLANTIC-GEORGES BANKS,.
The vessel, with 18 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 5/12/1977 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 0.00 knots.
LOST RUDDER.TOWED TO PORT BY CCGS ALERT. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-28-1