On 4/1/1985 1, the vessel JOHN B. AIRD (Official Number 802923) was involved in a sustains damage render unseaworthy/unfit for purpose - unfit for purpose - ice, weather, etc. in LAKE SUPERIOR-WHITE FISH BAY, U.S.A,.

The vessel, with 28 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. There were 0 injuries and fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.

DAMAGED FOREPEAK WHILE MANOEUVRING IN ICE. Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-25-1. Damage to the vessel was indicated as DAMAGED - DEACTIVATED NOV. 1995

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the ENE at 20.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 7/17/1987 .