green, red, white
Navigation lights must be on during periods of restricted visibility.
White lights are often found on navigation buoys, specifically those used for marking channels, hazards, or safe passage in waterways. These lights help mariners identify buoys during nighttime or low-visibility conditions. Typically, white lights are used on buoys that indicate safe water or channel navigation. They are part of the maritime system to enhance safety and navigation efficiency.
Warship use the same navigation lights as civilian ships. Additional lights may be shown if engaged in special duties.
Navigation lights
On power-driven vessels, navigation lights must be on during periods of restricted visibility.
On power-driven vessels, navigation lights must be on during periods of restricted visibility.
Navigation lights are essential for maritime safety, as they help vessels identify each other’s position, direction, and status in low visibility conditions. Typically, boats have specific colored lights: red on the port side, green on the starboard side, and white lights at the stern and masthead. These lights must be displayed during nighttime and in poor visibility to prevent collisions. Proper functioning and visibility of navigation lights are critical for compliance with maritime regulations and safe navigation on waterways.
The anchor light at the top of the mast should not be used by a sailboat underway at night. Frequently it is left on when leaving an anchorage along with the steaming and navigation lights.
lights must be on during periods of restriced visibility
Turn on navigation lights.
Lights must be on during periods of restricted visibility
Lights must be on during periods of restricted visibility