13
I am pretty sure that you need a licence to operate a boat. So unless they have a boat licence the answer is no.
16
3 and a half
At least 16, to operate a boat you need a valid drivers license.
This depends on state or national law. In many places, if you have a valid driver's license you can operate a boat, and generally a boating safety course is so you can operate a boat without a license. In other places, both may be required in order to operate a boat.
In Georgia, individuals who are at least 12 years old can operate a boat if they are accompanied by a responsible adult who is at least 18 years old. However, those under 12 cannot operate a boat on their own. Additionally, all operators born on or after January 1, 1998, must complete a state-approved boating safety course to operate a vessel without adult supervision.
im not 100 percent sure but i think its 14, thats what it is in newfoundland
It depends, which Bond villain are they being chased by?
In Florida, individuals must be at least 14 years old to operate a boat with a motor of 10 horsepower or more. Those who are 14 and 15 years old must complete a Florida Boating Safety Course and possess a boating safety ID card while operating such vessels. For those under 14, they may operate a boat only if accompanied by an adult who is at least 18 years old.
In order to operate a boat in Oregon, you must carry on board your certificate of number.
To operate a boat in Alaska, you are required to carry on board your certificate of number.
full boat insurance