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Q: What is the white stern light for sailboats?
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Should sailboats have a white mast light?

Yes, for night sailing.


Are sailboats required to have white mast light?

Checking with the authorities in charge of the waters in which you will operate your vessel is ALWAYS advisable.


Are Sailboats required to have a white mast light?

Checking with the authorities in charge of the waters in which you will operate your vessel is ALWAYS advisable.


What is physical detail of setting?

White sailboats on dark water


What is the name of white navigation light at the stern of a boat?

It's called a lantern.


Anchoring at night?

On a mooring none,if fishing or at anchor a white light at mast or stern.


Do sailboats have red green and white lights?

No they dont.


What color light is on the stern of a boat?

Properly, it is a white light, and elevated higher than the red/green lights on the front of the boat.


When encountering other vessels in darkness or reduced visibility what does a white light indicate?

You are approaching the stern of another vessel


Which of the following must you do when anchoring at night?

Display an all-around white light.


Which light should be shown when operating a powerboat at night?

When operating a powerboat at night white light should be shown on the stern and red and green lights on the bow.


When boating at night what does a white light mean on a vessel?

A white light used by itself which can be seen in all directions is the anchor light, which means you are anchored. A white used in conjunction with bow lights (green and red) are your navigation lights. The white light indicates your stern ( back of boat). If all you can see is the white light, a boat is either anchored or underway going away from you.