Vessel #1 was operated by a subject who had very little experience with air thrust vessels. The operator was maneuvering in shallow waters along with two other people on board. Shortly after taking over the throttle lever, the operator made a sharp left turn to steer away from the channel. The sharp turn caused the 12 foot air boat to rapidly take on water over the left side. The vessel rolled and began to lower into the water and subsequently sunk to the bottom in shallow water. All three passengers carefully jumped off the boat as it was swamping (no POB's were ejected or injured). A good Samaritan who was passing by radioed the USCG who responded to the scene. Coast Guard then assisted by transporting all passengers back to shore. The vessel was later salvaged and towed back to the Davis Boat Ramp by Sea-Tow and loaded back onto the trailer. No citations were issued.
MORSE SHORES