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When is a sail boat under sail the given way vessel when encountering a power driven vessel?
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When the motorized vessel is a commercial vessel or when the motorized vessel has another vessel or person in tow.
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When is a sailboat under sail the give away vessel when encountering a power driven veichel?
mooring buoy?
When encountering another vessel in darkness or rescued visibility what is indicated by the presence of only a visible white light?
A visible white light indicates that the other vessel is a power-driven vessel.
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 encountering another vessel in darkness what is indicated by the presence of only a white light?
If you see a vessel displaying only a white light, it indicates that the vessel is a power-driven vessel. This vessel is approaching you head-on or is overtaking you. In both cases, you should be prepared to take action to avoid a collision.
When a sailboat is approaching a power-driven vessel which one is the give-way vessel?
the power driven vessel needs to give-way for sailing ships.
What is power driven vessel?
A power driven vessel is often understood to be a mechanically driven boat. Human power as in rowing or wind driven power is not usually considered power driven.
When encountering other vessels in darkness or reduced visibility what does a visible white light indicate?
A vessel displaying a visible white light signifies that it is a power-driven vessel. Observing this light helps determine the vessel's status and potential course of action to avoid a collision.
What is power-driven vessels?
A power driven vessel is often understood to be a mechanically driven boat. Human power as in rowing or wind driven power is not usually considered power driven.
When must the operator of a sailboat give way to a recreational power-driven vessel?
when the power-driven vessel is towing another boat and has difficulty maneuvering
What action should be taken when a sailboat under sail and a power-driven vessel are about to cross paths?
The power-driven vessel should change course and speed.
What should you do when operating a power driven vessel and your vessel is being overtaken by a sailing vessel?
Steer into the wind.
When can a power driven vessel become a sailing vessel?
When the auxiliary engine is not running or is being assisted by sail power
