SECTOR MOBILE, SUBMERGED LAND ACT (SLA) - MISSISSIPPI SOUND
General / Autonomous Vessel Operations
Saint Louis Bay - Unmanned Vessel Testing --- --- An unmanned radio controlled vessel will be tested in Saint Louis Bay within 1.25 nautical miles from approximate position 30-21.90N 089-20.00W. Testing will take place from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., daily. On-scene support vessels will include a 15 ft fishing vessel and a pontoon boat. Vessels are requested to remain clear of the unmanned vessel when it is operating and check-in with one of the safety boats prior to transiting through the area. VHF-FM Channel: 16
Valid 2026-10-19 to 2026-10-21.
Position 30-21.90N 089-20.00W
USCG Heartland (Gulf) District Local Notice to Mariners 43/2026