RedactedNarrative: Vessel 1 was headed northbound, on plane in Bayou Segnette located in Westwego when it struck a submerged object. The outboard motor of vessel 1 struck the submerged object causing the vessel to turn in the starboard direction and eventually shut off. Vessel 1 was able to start up again, and make it’s way back to the launch at idol speed.
  
  No PFD’s were worn by the passengers when the incident occurred, however when vessel 1 struck the submerged object, vessel 1 was equipped with the following safety measures; (10) Type III PFD’s, (1) Type IV PFD, and (1) Class B Fire extinguisher. Operator of vessel 1 was not suspected of alcohol or drug use. 
  
  Vessel 1 contained a mechanical steering system when incident occurred. Contributing factors in this case would be “other”. Vessel 1 struck a submerged object, that was not visible within the waterway that the operator was traveling in. The Operator of Vessel 1 has stated that he traverses that waterway very frequently and has sufficient hours (Over 500) on this type of boat.
  