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FVF Fairweather

The FVF Fairweather arriving to Haines Alaska © Brian Adams / Alaska Marine Highway System Pre-packaged food items are available for puchase © Alaska Marine Highway System The forward lounge provides a view out in front of the vessel © Brian Adams / Alaska Marine Highway System A covered heated Solarium can be found on board © Brian Adams / Alaska Marine Highway System Vehicles departing off the vessel in Juneau Alaska © Chris Arend The FVF Fairweather sailing up the North Lynn Canal © Nic Adamson

The FVF Fairweather is named after the Fairweather Glacier, located in Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve. The vessel was designed by Nigel Gee & Associates, a British naval architecture firm that has many years of high-speed ship design and build experience. It was constructed at Derecktor Shipyards of Bridgeport, Connecticut at a cost of $36 million; she began service in 2004. The FVF Fairweather is powered by four diesel engines and four water jets, making it along with its sister ship the FVF Chenega, the fastest vessels in the fleet. FVF Fairweather is 235 feet long and 60 feet wide, with a domestic gross tonnage of 1,280 and a service speed of 32 knots.

An image displaying the layout of the Side View on the <em>FVF Fairweather</em>

The FVF Fairweather is designed to carry 210 passengers and has a vehicle capacity of 620 linear feet, which is equal to approximately 31 twenty-foot vehicles. The interior space has a combination of reclining airline-style seats and table arrangements. Large windows provide excellent opportunities to view the passing scenery. Onboard amenities include a covered solarium, a snack bar, study area, and a child's play area. Microwaves are also available for passenger use. Click on the image to start a slideshow of all deck plans on the FVF Fairweather or view our Vessel Information Table for more statistical information.