On 5/17/1997 , the vessel LITTLE JOEY I (Official Number 806432) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in 17 MILES NORTH-WEST OF BONNE BAY, NEWFOUNDLAND,.

The vessel, with 4 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 5/20/1997 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the W at 5.00 knots.

Vessel reported loss of propeller and requested a tow. CGS "Earl Grey" towed vessel to Woody Point where she was secured at 180025UTC.