When a powerboat is operating at night, it should display a red light on its port (left) side. This red light is part of the boat's navigation lights, which help other vessels determine its direction and orientation. The starboard (right) side should show a green light, while a white light is typically displayed at the stern.
When operating a powerboat at night white light should be shown on the stern and red and green lights on the bow.
When operating a powerboat at night, the port side(left side) should display a red light. The starboard side(right side) should display a green light.
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A white masthead light must be shown when a powerboat is operating at night.
Stand on, but remain alert.
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When a powerboat is operating at night, the white masthead light must be visible from both the front (fore) and the sides of the vessel. It should be mounted at least 1 meter above the sidelights and visible from an angle of 225 degrees. This ensures that other vessels can see the powerboat's position and direction of travel, enhancing safety on the water.
Left side, port, red light.Right side, starboard, green light.
approved visual distress signals
If you see red and white lights on another boat while operating a powerboat at night, it indicates that the other vessel is a powerboat that is either underway or anchored. You should maintain a safe distance and be prepared to give way, as the red light signifies the port side of the other vessel, while the white light indicates that it is facing you. Always ensure to follow navigation rules to avoid collisions.
approved visual distress signals
approved visual distress signals