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Does a motor driven vessel have the right of way over sailboats?
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When power driven vessels are crossing at right angles what should the vessel on the right do?
If they are BOTH power driven vessels, the vessel to "right" (Starboard) would be the "stand on" vessel, maintaining course and speed. The Vessel on the "left" (Port) is the "give way" vessel and will have to (if) possible avoid crossing in front of the stand on vessel. Please refer to the link below. Rule 15
A vessel for traveling on water?
Sailboats, cruise ships, houseboats, tramp steamers, oil tankers, and there are more that I can't think of right now.
When a sail boat is approching a power driven vessel who has the right of way?
It depends on the circumstances
When is a sailboat under sail the give-vessel when encountering a power-driven vessel?
There are general rules for which vessel should give way but circumstances dictate which vessel does give way and which one stands on.For instance, there are many occasions when a sailing vessel not only should but must give way to a power driven vessel. A few examples are as follows.If the power driven vessel is:Engaged in fishingEngaged in diving operationsNot under commandHas restricted manouverability due to its draught.Has right of way.See the link below for Rules for Preventing Collisions at Sea for a more comprehensive collection.
When does a sailboat have the right of way over a recreational power boat?
A sailboat has the right of way over a recreational power boat only when under sail alone and is crossing the path of the powerboat. I would expect a sailboat would always have right of way. How fast can a sailboat change direction compared to a speed boat? Speed boat drivers should be watching for sail boats or stationary boats at all times. Actually, on our lake, it seems as though the sail boats are stationary....hmmmm A sail boat only has the right away when it is in full sail. If the sail's are down and it is using its motor to power it, it is then considered a motor boat. The above answer is correct, with a little clarification. A sailboat would have the right of way over a power boat when it is under sail "only." In other words, if the sails are up but the motor is also operating, it would be considered a power boat and the normal rules of the road would apply equally to both. Also, there are certain categories of power driven vessels engaged in specific types of operations (like surveying, dredging, etc.) that have the right of way over all other vessels, including sailboats under sail only.Further discussion:Actually, there isn't a "right of way" under the Colregs. There are "stand on vessels" and "burdened vessels".A powered vessel constrained by draft in a seaway, for example, will be considered the stand on vessel (privileged vessel) and must maintain its course and speed when an unconstrained sailing vessel approaches. The sailing vessel, in this case, would be the burdened vessel and must give way.
When two power driven vessels are about to cross paths what should the operator of the power driven vessel on the right do?
The power vehicle is on the right, therefore it is looking at the other vehicle's green light, making the vehicle on the right the stand on vehicle (meaning it maintains present course and speed).
When two power driven vessels are about to cross paths what should the operator of the power-driven vessel on the right do?
The power vehicle is on the right, therefore it is looking at the other vehicle's green light, making the vehicle on the right the stand on vehicle (meaning it maintains present course and speed).
When is the only time a sailing vessel gives way to a power-driven vessel?
In Australia, sailing boats only have to give way to commercial boats. When collision is imminent. Exercising your "right of way" can be detrimental to your lives and crafts.
When is a sailboat under sail the give way vessel when encountering a power driven vessel?
A sailboat under sale usually has the right of way over a power driven vessel. The exception is when the powered fishing boat or large commercial vessel is in a restricted channel area. In this instance, the sailboat would need to yield.
When another vessel is approaching at night from which direction must the red sidelight on a power driven vessel be visible?
The red light should be on the right side, or port side, of the boat. The green light should be on the left, or starboard, side of the boat.
Which boat must maintain course and speed when two boats are operating near each other?
When two power driven vessels are meeting or crossing, the vessel that is to the starboard (right) is the stand on vessel. The stand-on (privileged) is to maintain course and speed. Please refer to the link below on the "Stand on" vessel.
When does a sailboat give way?
Any powered vessel must give way to a boat under sail power. The main reason is maneuverability as the sail boat cannot reverse its sails in order to stop. Since the sailboat is dependent entirely on the wind for power it simply just cannot go in any direction like a powered craft can.
