HRS §462A-1
Definitions for state pilot licensing rules
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗This section defines key terms used in the pilot licensing law, such as who is a pilot, what counts as a vessel, and which waters are covered. It explains that the department and director are the state agencies in charge. It also says each tug and its tow are treated as separate vessels.
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The statute, as written — Definitions
A copy, taken August 20, 2026. The version published by the Legislature is the one that governs, and it may have changed since. Check it before relying on anything here.
As used in this chapter: "Department" means the department of commerce and consumer affairs. "Director" means the director of the department of commerce and consumer affairs. "License" means a pilot's license issued pursuant to this chapter. "Pilot" means a state pilot licensed pursuant to this chapter as a port pilot or a deputy port pilot. "Pilotage waters" means the waters of this State covered by this chapter. "Vessel" means every description of watercraft, other than a seaplane on the water, used or capable of being used as a means of transportation on water. Each tug and each of its tows shall be considered a separate vessel.
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