On 5/6/1996 1, the vessel ATLANTIC COMMANDER (Official Number 813678) was involved in a risk of sinking in 46 MILES SOUTH-EAST OF CAPE RACE, NEWFOUNDLAND,.

The vessel, with 11 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 5/16/1996 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the W at 45.00 knots.

Taking on water. Downflooding in steering compartment but pumps coping. No distress declared. FPV "Cygnus" escorted vessel to Fermuse, Nfld.