Wings, Wheels and Water

Marine Insurance Tips

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Marine Insurance Tips

Below are a few Marine Insurance Tips to help manage you boat insurance.

  • Complete an authorized boating course.
  • Inspect or have your boat inspected by a qualified marine mechanic at least twice a year. Regular maintenance can help reduce the cost of ownership and risk of problems while afloat.
  • Do not use defective equipment. Repair or replace as soon as possible.
  • If there is a natural disaster moving into your area, have a plan to protect or move your vessel.
  • Store your boat in a secure area.
  • Install theft prevention devices on all electronics, outboard engines, out drives, trailers and hitch,
    etc.
  • Install alarm systems in all boats stored in the water to protect against high bilge water levels and cabin intrusion.
  • Carry up-to-date marine charts, plan cruising routes to avoid accidental grounding and adverse weather conditions.
  • Be responsible. Always use appropriate PFD’s; limit alcohol consumption; follow the “rules” of the waterway, etc.
  • But, even if you take all the precautions, accidents do happen. Make sure you have the right coverage for your boat, yacht or personal watercraft.

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marine insurance tips

In order to fly in Canada……..

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In order to fly in Canada……..hope this is still accurate.

You will need to file a flight plan and then clear Canadian customs. The number to call for Canada Customs is 1-888-CANPASS (or 1-888-226-7277). The customs clearance procedures for private flights into Canada make it possible to arrive at destinations other than major airports.

Visit the Canadian Border Services Agency Website at: http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/travel/menu-e.html. The CANPASS – Private Aircraft program makes clearing customs easier for private aircraft owners and their passengers traveling to Canada from the United States. 1-888-226-7277

English: http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/travel/canpass/privateair-e.html
Français: http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/travel/canpass/privateair-f.html

As a non-resident visitor, you can claim a refund for goods and services tax (GST) and the harmonized sales tax (HST) you paid on eligible goods and/or short-term accommodation while visiting Canada

English: http://www.ccra-adrc.gc.ca/tax/nonresidents/visitors/tax-f.html
Français: http://www.ccra-adrc.gc.ca/tax/nonresidents/visitors/tax-e.html

Documentation:

The following pilot and aircraft documentation are required to be on board the aircraft:
* Certificate of Registration
* Flight Authority Re http://www.tc.gc.ca/aviation/regserv/carac/CARS/cars/507e.htm#507_06
* Aircraft Flight Manual
* Proof of Insurance
* Pilot License
* Valid Medical Certificate
* Survival Equipment: http://www.tc.gc.ca/aviation/REGSERV/CARAC/CARS/cars/602e.htm#602_61
* Aircraft Radio Station / Equipment License [not required for US-registered aircraft]
* Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Certificate ([US pilots need to contact the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in order to obtain a Restricted Radiotelephone operator Certificate; additional information can be found at the following Web site: http://wireless.fcc.gov/aviation/fctsht4.html#WHONEEDS
* Aeronautical charts: charts can be purchased from Nav Canada. Please visit the Nav Canada Web site at the following address: http://www.navcanada.ca/navcanada.asp and click on “Aeronautical Products”. For inquiries regarding landing fees, please contact Nav Canada at 1-800-876-4693. Their hours of operation are between 8 am to 6 pm Eastern Standard Time.

For further information contact:

Communications Centre / Centre de communications Civil Aviation / Aviation civile -1 800 305-2059 / (613) 993-1720
www.tc.gc.ca/CivilAviation/menu.htm Government of Canada / Gouvernement du Canada