On 7/16/1996 , the vessel FRANCES BARKLEY (Official Number 806968) was involved in a total failure of any machinery or technical system in ALBERNI INLET, 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.

Vessel lost hydraulic power to the pitch control. Towed to mid-Channel and some passengers evacuated to smaller craft. Vessel operated manually and returned safely to port.. Damage to the vessel was indicated as

Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the S at 5.00 knots. This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 8/27/1996 .