Being a good mariner is a start at being able to deliver a yacht. However, nothing ever goes exactly as planned. Being experienced in everything from seamanship to mechanical and electrical system is the package of skills needed to make safe and successful delivery. Vessel traffic, fixed and floating hazards, navigation issues, the vessel condition, and predicting weather are all factors that constantly need to be evaluated and delivery plans adjusted to compensate. When performing open water deliveries where many days will be outside of service areas, monitoring provisions, water, fuel, electrical power and crew conditions are key.
Although it is rarely a good idea to force travel in poor weather conditions, the weather has a way of providing opportunities when you least expect of need them. Delivering a used yacht means being aware of any weaknesses in her systems that may fail if weather or other conditions push her limits. Delivering a new yacht means the delivery becomes a shakedown cruise that is sure to let you know what the commissioning and rigging yard failed to handle.
Flournoy Yacht Charters has experience in yacht delivery and can make sure your latest investment or your family treasure is well cared for during the move.