re: Crescent Pilot's helping the Coast Guard

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I 100% without a shadow of a doubt think that with the exact same training and "opportunity" everyone of those current pilots received I could perform any and all tasks that family performs. Just give me the chance...

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It takes 7 to 12 years to meet the minimum qualifications required by the State of LA to be a river pilot regardless of who your family is.

Minimum requirements"

B.S. from a four years maritime college.

1st Class Coast Guard pilots license requires 12-36 months experience aboard a 1600 ton or larger vessel performing specific duties just to qualify to take the exam.

Minimum one year apprenticeship.

Up to four years as a deputy pilot.