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What is the action required when a power boat is approaching a sail boat head on?
the motor boat usually gives the sailboat the right of way
A sailboat is approaching a PWC head-on What should the sailboat do?
Maintain present course and speed.
When a sailboat is approaching a pwerboat which one is the give way vessel?
Unless the sailboat is overtaking a power-driven vessel, the powerboat is the give-way vessel.
A sailboat is approaching a powerboat Both boats are underway Which boat is the give-way vessel?
power boat
What actions are required of power boat a when approaching starboard side of the sail boat?
The overtaking vessel must always give way. Therefore the powerboat must be prepared to stop or change direction - the sailboat has right of way.
A motorboat is approaching a sailboat head on What should happen?
The sailboat has the right-of-way until the motorboat gets ship-sized, when it assumes the right-of-way.
What should a sailboat operator do when approaching a PWC head?
The sailboat operator is the stand-on vessel so they should keep their course and speed while the PWC is the give-away vessel so it should change course and speed.
When a sailboat is approaching a powerboat which is the give way vessel?
Powerboat. The powerboat is easier to maneuver and turn than a vessel depending on sail and wind.
When a sailboat is approaching a powerboat which one is the give's vessel?
Powerboat. The powerboat is easier to maneuver and turn than a vessel depending on sail and wind.
What should you do if you are operating a motorboat that is being overtaken by sailboat?
Give the sailboat a little room for navigation. It's odd that a sailboat would overtake a powerboat, but it can happen. Whether we are piloting a power or sail craft we should always be aware of our surroundings. A good pilot will have their head on a swivel at all times and know what is approaching from behind.
What should you do if you are operating a motorboat that is being overtaken by a sailboat?
Give the sailboat a little room for navigation. It's odd that a sailboat would overtake a powerboat, but it can happen. Whether we are piloting a power or sail craft we should always be aware of our surroundings. A good pilot will have their head on a swivel at all times and know what is approaching from behind.
When a sailboat is approaching a powerboat which vessel is the give-way vessel?
Powerboat. The powerboat is easier to maneuver and turn than a vessel depending on sail and wind.
