U.S. Code of Federal Regulations
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All TitlesTitle 46Chapter IPart 170Subpart D - Subpart D—Stability Instructions for Operating Personnel
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(a) Except as provided in paragraph (b) of this section, each vessel must have a stability letter issued by the Coast Guard before the vessel is placed into service. This letter sets forth conditions of operation.
(b) A stability letter is not required if the information can be placed on the Certificate of Inspection or the Load Line Certificate.
