On 10/13/1997, the vessel EASTERN PRINCESS (Official Number 395251) was involved in a sustains damage render unseaworthy/unfit for purpose - unfit for purpose - ice, weather, etc. in 18 MILES ENE OF ST.ANTHONYS, NF.,.

The vessel, with 5 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was unknown pollution.

Stabilizer & stabilizer hydraulics disabled causing stabilizer to go to the upright position. In so doing, the MF antenna radar were damaged.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 47.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 10/21/1997.