obsolete vessel
Defined in 1 place of the United States Code.
Obsolete vessel.—The term “obsolete vessel” means a vessel that—
(A) is of at least 1,350 gross tons;
(B) the Secretary of Transportation believes should, because of its age, obsolescence, or other reasons, be replaced in the public interest; and
(C) has been owned by a citizen of the United States for at least 3 years immediately before its acquisition under this chapter.
Source
- 2006–present46 U.S.C. § 57301Shipping · Definitions · in this chapter