The boat overtaking the other boat is the give way vessel.
Generally the overtaking boat is the give way vessel depending on circumstances.
its the boat that gives way to the other boat as the name says
its the boat that gives way to the other boat as the name says
faster boat
SB-13 in the navigation rules what must the give-way boat do?
The boat that is doing the passing is the Give-way vessel. They must stay clear of the boat that they are passing. The boat being passed is the Stand-on vessel, they do not move or alter speed.
A power boat cannot stop or turn as fast, especially a vessel larger than the sail boat . The sail boat should give way to the power boat.
No, not always but usually
A sailboat under sail should never give way to a motor boat. However, if it comes up against another sail boat: 1. Overtaking boats must give way 2. Those on Starboard tack have right of way 3. The boat that is closest to the wind (or on the windward side) should give way
The stand-to boat is the least maneuverable one. Easy rule of thumb: Whoever can get out of the way easiest is the one who does. If I'm driving a sailboat and you a PWC, you're the give-way boat. If I'm driving a sailboat and you an aircraft carrier, I'm the give-way boat.
The stand-to boat is the least maneuverable one. Easy rule of thumb: Whoever can get out of the way easiest is the one who does. If I'm driving a sailboat and you a PWC, you're the give-way boat. If I'm driving a sailboat and you an aircraft carrier, I'm the give-way boat.