Date of Incident:
21/05/2023
Station:
NCI Hengistbury Head
Incident Summary:
HMCG requested assistance for yachtsman with engine failure and sea sickness. NCI had visual, and had observed vessel earlier. CG advised NCI had visual. AWLB tasked, but passing yacht also offered
assistance. AWLB arrived at casualty, put 2 crew aboard, and tow to meet ILB who completed tow to safety.
RNLI:
Yes
Initiated:
MCA/HMCG
MCA:
Yes
MCA No.:
513724
Casualty Type:
Sailing Vessel
Cause of Incident:
Vessel - Disabled / Machinery Failure