The minimum speed under which headway can be made and steering control can be maintained. This produces little to no wake, protecting shorelines from artificial erosion. Typically this is 3 to 5 knots, or more in a current.
"No wake speed" under North Carolina boating law means operating a vessel at a speed that does not create a wake. This is typically a slow speed that allows the vessel to move without causing waves that could disturb other watercraft, shorelines, or wildlife.
Producing no wake and not exceeding 5 MPH.
BUI is Boating under influence, compared to DUI or Driving under influence.
Yes, many state highways have a minimum speed limit.
The Slowest speed that it is still possible to maintain steering
Most boating accidents occur when the weather is calm and clear and winds are light. The main cause of boating accidents is human error.
I had a friend get a ticket for "no wake" or "idle speed" in Virginia. He was told that Idle Speed is the slowest speed that you can go and maintain control of the boat. I guess if you have an steamship, you can go a little faster than a 14 foot Jon boat.
When boating in an area with no posted speed limit, the operator should maintain a safe and reasonable speed, taking into account factors like visibility, vessel traffic, and environmental conditions. Boaters are expected to operate at a speed that ensures they can maneuver safely and avoid accidents. Ultimately, the operator is responsible for adjusting their speed to operate safely in the given conditions.
$5,000
one year
the legal blood alcohol limit if it is determined the operator was Boating Under the Influence of Intoxicants is .08 persent
GlassIn naturally occurring media the slowest speed occurs in diamond at well under half c. Look up its refractive index, it is the highest.