LNM11-BA1273
Received 23 Sept 2026, 00:00 UTCArchived 01 Nov 2026, 15:04 UTC
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Positions open on the mapSECTOR LOS ANGELES, TERRITORIAL SEA - SECTOR LOS ANGELES, SUBMERGED LAND ACT (SLA)
General / Autonomous Vessel Operations
Fathomwerx Proving Ground (FPG) will conduct unmanned vessel operations in the Santa Barbara Channel on the following dates: September 1–4, September 7–11, September 14–18, September 21–25, and September 28–October 2, 2026, daily between 0700 and 1900 hours. Approximately 12 vessels will be involved in the exercise. Operations will be confined to a 5x5 nautical mile box defined by the following coordinates: 34-18.89N 119-25.01W; 34-15.34N 119-19.18W; 34-10.49N 119-23.45W; and 34-14.04N 119-29.29W (Chart: US3CA69M). Mariners are requested to maintain a safe distance from the testing area and the FPG Support perimeter security vessel. Communications can be made via VHF Channel 16 (hail "FPG Support Vessel Water Lead") or by phone at 805-837-7468. All mariners are advised to transit the area with caution.
USCG Southwest District Local Notice to Mariners 40/2026