46 CFR §401.222

1. (a)The Director may, when necessary to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable pilotage service for maritime commerce, issue a Temporary Registration to any person found qualified under this subpart who:
   1. (1)Holds a valid MMC;
   2. (2)Meets the requirements of 46 CFR 401.210 (except paragraph (a)(5));
   3. (3)Has previously held a Full Registration;
   4. (4)Meets the requirements of 46 CFR part 16; and
   5. (5)Either:
      1. (i)Has reached the age of 70 and desires to continue providing pilotage services; or
      2. (ii)Has retired from pilotage service and desires to provide pilotage services.
2. (b)A Temporary Registration is valid for a length of time to be determined by the Director, but not to exceed 1 year from the date of issuance.