(a) The Director may, when necessary to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable pilotage service for maritime commerce, issue a Temporary Registration to any person found qualified under this subpart who:
(1) Holds a valid MMC;
(2) Meets the requirements of 46 CFR 401.210 (except paragraph (a)(5));
(3) Has previously held a Full Registration;
(4) Meets the requirements of 46 CFR part 16; and
(5) Either:
(i) Has reached the age of 70 and desires to continue providing pilotage services; or
(ii) Has retired from pilotage service and desires to provide pilotage services.
(b) A Temporary Registration is valid for a length of time to be determined by the Director, but not to exceed 1 year from the date of issuance.
[USCG-2022-0025, 89 FR 76349, Sept. 17, 2024]