Board of commissioners of pilots of the state of new york

The Board issues several types of legislatively authorized State pilot licenses, each covering a separate portion of New York State navigable waters, including the Port of New York and New Jersey and Hell Gate pilots, Hudson River pilots, and Long Island Sound/Block Island Sound pilots. Each New York State pilot license is renewed annually. Pilots appear personally before the Board where training and work performance records are reviewed in conjunction with the state pilot providing his or her annual vision and medical exam results.  The Board routinely interviews the pilots and apprentices and inquires on safety, security and educational matters. The Board provides grants for advanced pilot education and training. Board members also participate in seminars and conferences on pilotage and navigational safety with maritime industry, state and federal agency representatives.