On 11/14/1998, the vessel ROYAL FLUSH (Official Number 524529) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in CAPE CAUTION, B.C.,.

The vessel, with 0 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was none pollution.

The fastenings securing the hydraulic steering ram to the steering platform came loose and the vessel was without rudder control. Repair attempts were unsuccessful and the vessel was towed Port Hardy. No injuries.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as MINOR

Weather at the time was reported as unknown. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/16/1998.