Florida & Caribbean Pilot Boats

14/06/2024

Canaveral Pilots, Pilot Boat Two running alongside a cruise ship. Great photo by Canaveral Pilots! Thank you 👏

28/04/2024

We are happy to share this photo from Tyler over at The Cruise Ju**ie of one of the Biscayne Bay Pilots pilot boats returning after a trip to the pilot station. Thank you so much Tyler for allowing us to share this beautiful capture. Your work is next level! 👏

16/04/2024

Great video from Canaveral's Jerry Pike of one of the Bill Preston pilot boats in action on a Rocketbarge! Thank you, Jerry! 👏

16/04/2024

Great photos from Canaveral's Jerry Pike of one of the Bill Preston pilot boats in action! Thank you, Jerry! 👏

22/03/2024

Thank you to Pam Hepp for this great photo of Canaveral Pilots, Pilot Boat Two at work offshore the Space Coast.

Our Pilot Boat 2 at Port Canaveral on the job in very angry seas this afternoon at Port Canaveral …⚓️🙏🛟

17/03/2024

Have you ever wondered how massive cruise ships safely navigate the bustling waters of Port Canaveral? Look no further than our skilled mariners aboard Bill Preston-designed Pilot Boats 3! ️

Check out this incredible video captured by The Cruise Ju**ie (thank you👏), showcasing a real-time pilot transfer between two ships in under 5 minutes. ⏱️ The sped-up version condenses the action into a thrilling 30-second glimpse of the precision and teamwork involved.

16/03/2024

Check out this incredible video by Justin Hirsch Cruising on Youtube, featuring one a Bill Preston-designed pilot boats conquering the rough seas and rain like a champ at Port Everglades! ️

Link to full video: https://youtu.be/TTRBkjNbWQk?si=TIZCjMQH-ODiEtXs

Despite the rain and choppy waters, this sturdy vessel slices through the storm with confidence, showcasing its exceptional design and seaworthiness. It's a true testament to the expertise of Bill Preston and the dedication of our pilots who navigate these challenging conditions daily to ensure the safe passage of ships and cargo.

16/03/2024

Great photos from Canaveral's Pam Hepp of the Bill Preston pilot boats in action! Thank you Pam! 👏

15/03/2024

Have you ever wondered what it's like to get off a massive ship as a harbor pilot? Look no further than this amazing video by Justin Hirsch Cruising on YouTube!

Justin captured a thrilling pilot transfer onto a Bill Preston Pilot Boats, right here in Port Everglades. The video offers a unique perspective on the skill and precision involved in guiding these giants of the sea safely into port.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/TTRBkjNbWQk?si=TIZCjMQH-ODiEtXs

From the moment the pilot boards the ship to the smooth transfer from the towering ship, Justin's video showcases the dedication and expertise of our pilots. They navigate complex channels, contend with challenging weather conditions, and ensure the safe passage of millions of passengers and tons of cargo every year.

A big thank you to Justin Hirsch Cruising for capturing this incredible footage! We're proud to show the world the important role our pilots play in keeping Florida and the Caribbean waterways safe and thriving.

07/03/2024

A glimpse into the pilot boat operations of the Biscayne Bay Pilots.

23/02/2024

NEWS: A brand new North River Boats pilot boat, custom-built to navigate the dynamic waters of St. Andrew's Bay is now in service. This beast of a pilot boat joins the growing wave of North River pilot boats gracing the shores of Florida and beyond, with similar vessels already cruising in Palm Beach and Key West. ️

23/02/2024

Canaveral Pilots, Pilot Boat 2, keeping our Florida and Caribbean waters safe! Thanks to Pam Hepp for capturing this fantastic shot.

Pilot boats like this one play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and secure passage of large vessels in and out of busy ports. These specialized boats transport licensed maritime pilots who have the expertise to navigate the unique challenges of each harbor and waterway.

Pilot Boat 2 in Port Canaveral, Florida ….

19/02/2024

Even in challenging weather conditions, the skilled ensure safe and efficient vessel traffic in and out of Port Canaveral. Check out this impressive video by the Canaveral Pilots Association (thank you 👏) showcasing a recent pilot transfer from an outbound Oasis-class cruise ship to the Bill Preston designed Pilot Boat Three amidst gray skies and rain.

These highly trained maritime professionals navigate some of the world's largest cruise vessels through often unpredictable conditions, making every transfer a testament to their expertise and dedication.

16/10/2021

ULA is set to launch NASA Lucy mission on Saturday, October 16 at 05:34 a.m. This will be the first ever mission to explore some of Jupiter Trojan asteroids on a twelve year mission.

https://youtu.be/M8nLJZGldEE

ULA is set to launch NASA Lucy mission on Saturday, October 16 at 05:34 a.m. This will be the first ever mission to explore some of Jupiter Trojan asteroids ...

09/10/2021

The all powerful Merlin 1D engines onboard the SpaceX Falcon 9 booster B1035. The Merlin 1D is close to the sea-level thrust of the retired Rocketdyne H-1 / RS-27 engines used on Saturn I, Saturn IB, and Delta II. 📸 BY: The Cruise Ju**ie for Space Feed Today

07/10/2021

NASA's Dart Spacecraft is heading to it's launch site to meet up with it's ride to space. This spacecraft will launch on a Falcon 9 out of Vandenberg CA. 📸 BY: Johns Hopkins APL

06/10/2021

BREAKING NEWS: SpaceX will debut a third Crew Dragon vehicle for the NASA Crew-3 mission, and will also debut a fourth Crew Dragon next spring. 📸 BY: SPACEX/BEN COOPER

05/10/2021

Another busy week at Starbase TX as SpaceX moves to the static fire of Ship 20. 📸 BY: The Cruise Ju**ie for Space Feed Today

05/10/2021

BREAKING NEWS: A Payload issue will delay SpaceX's October 9th Falcon Heavy launch to early 2022. 📸 BY: SPACEX/BEN COOPER

03/10/2021

This week will be a busy week at Starbase with SpaceX moving to the goal of a static fire of Ship 20 on PAD B.

02/10/2021

Welcome to SPACE FEED TODAY. We cover Space Flight events from around the USA from NASA to SPACEX and we are dedicated to bringing you the latest video and photo updates about space flight from the USA. https://youtu.be/h5qkmOPNVz4

Welcome to SPACE FEED TODAY. We cover Space Flight events from around the USA from NASA to SPACEX and we are dedicated to bringing you the latest video and p...

02/10/2021

The first support ship for the SpaceX Recovery Fleet GO Quest has been stripped down of all SpaceX gear and will be leaving the SpaceX Fleet some time this weekend.