No, not always but usually
Overtaking boats are give-way boats
yes, according to the rules of the road the overtaken vessel always has the right of way.
yes, according to the rules of the road the overtaken vessel always has the right of way.
yes, according to the rules of the road the overtaken vessel always has the right of way.
An overtaking boat always gives way to the boat being overtaken
I would add that a smaller boat overtaking a larger boat or ship should always give way or alter its course because a larger boat or ship cannot quickly slow down or change its course. The larger vessel already underway should continue, without the added concern of an overtaking smaller boat causing a collision.
Rules of the Road International/Inland Steering and Sailing rules Rule 13-Overtaking "ANY vessel overtaking any OTHER shall keep out of the way of the vessel being overtaken." In addition, the proper whistle signals need to be proposed and agreed to.
Heave to, reduce the wake. Sail always has priority.
The boat that overtakes another boat is the give-way vessel. The boat being overtaken is the stand-on vessel. When a sailboat is the overtaking vessel, she must keep clear of the powerboat. Any vessel overtaking another must stay clear of the vessel being overtaken (Rule 13). Please refer to the Navigational rules. Specifically Rules 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 & 18. A link is provided below.
The boat being overtaken is always stand-on, regardless of propulsion type. Rule 13.
The boat overtaking the other boat is the give way vessel.
Generally the overtaking boat is the give way vessel depending on circumstances.