Tug 🇺🇸United States

GENERAL FRANK BESSON

MMSI 368766000Call sign AAEC

28 km NW of Newport News, United States

Last seen 10 Nov, 01:06 UTC

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37.1672° N, 76.6079° W

Speed0.0kn

DestinationCRANEY ISLAND

Voyage

Destination: CRANEY ISLAND
Speed: 0.0 kn
Course: 258°
Heading: 71°
Position: 37.1672° N, 76.6079° W
Last report: 10 Nov 2026, 01:06 UTC10 Nov, 01:06 UTC
Nearest port: Newport News28 km NW of the port

Particulars

MMSI: 368766000
Call sign: AAEC
Flag: 🇺🇸 United States
Type: TugAIS type 52
Length: 83 m
Beam: 14 m
Draught: 4.3 m

Not broadcast: ETA and IMO number.

About GENERAL FRANK BESSON

GENERAL FRANK BESSON (MMSI 368766000) is a tug registered in the United States. It is 83 m long and 14 m wide. Its most recent AIS position, received on 10 Nov 2026 at 01:06 UTC, placed it 28 km NW of Newport News, United States. The crew reported CRANEY ISLAND as the destination.

Frequently asked questions

Where is GENERAL FRANK BESSON now?

GENERAL FRANK BESSON was last reported 28 km NW of Newport News, United States on 10 Nov 2026 at 01:06 UTC.

What type of ship is GENERAL FRANK BESSON?

GENERAL FRANK BESSON is a tug. It is 83 m long and 14 m wide.

What is the MMSI number of GENERAL FRANK BESSON?

The MMSI of GENERAL FRANK BESSON is 368766000. Its call sign is AAEC.

What flag does GENERAL FRANK BESSON fly?

GENERAL FRANK BESSON sails under the flag of the United States (US).

Where is GENERAL FRANK BESSON going?

GENERAL FRANK BESSON reported its destination as CRANEY ISLAND.

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