Board of Marine Pilots

Meeting & Exam Notices

When Submitting Agenda Items

• Items for the Board’s consideration must be in the office of the Marine Pilot Coordinator at least 21 days prior to a meeting in order to be considered for the agenda.
• Interested persons who want to attend a meeting by teleconference must contact the Marine Pilot Coordinator, by the Friday prior to the meeting, to secure a call in number and line.
  • Email: BoardOfMarinePilots@Alaska.Gov

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Examinations

• Local Knowledge: Offered at least three times a year, prior to Board meetings. In accordance with 12 AAC 56.025(a), applications must be submitted at least 60 days prior to the examination date. Contact the Marine Pilot Coordinator for more information.
• Core Examination: Offered in Juneau or Anchorage on an ongoing basis. In accordance with 12 AAC 56.025(c)(1), applications must be submitted at least 60 days prior to the examination date. Contact the Marine Pilot Coordinator for more information.

Applicants for the Local Knowledge Exam must meet the requirements listed under 12 AAC 56.025(a) prior to the application deadline in order to be scheduled for an exam. Application, fees, and all supporting documents must be postmarked by the deadline date noted above.

Examination Study Material

• General Local Knowledge Study Guide
• Region One Local Knowledge Study Guide
• Core Exam Study Guide
• Application for Initial Deputy Marine Pilot and Local Knowledge Exam
  #08-4357, Revised 12/06/2024

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