On 7/2/1986 1, the vessel ATLANTIC CLIPPER (Official Number 369444) was involved in a grounding - under power (non-intentional) in WILLIS ISLAND, BONAVISTA BAY, NFLD,.
The vessel, with 5 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 7/27/1987 . Weather at the time was reported as rain with winds from the SE at 2.00 knots.
GROUNDED ON SHOAL WHILE STEAMING SLOWLY WITH ENGINE COOLING PROBLEMS Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-86