14 years old
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Yes, in Illinois, you need a boating safety certificate to operate a boat legally.
Personal watercraft
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person(s) older than 11 years of age
your certificate of number....(the same as flordia)To operate a boat in North Carolina, you are required to carry on board your certificate of number.
There is no certificate need for your 16 year old to operate motor boats legally
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In South Carolina, individuals must be at least 16 years old to operate a jet ski (personal watercraft) legally. However, those who are 12 to 15 years old can operate a jet ski if they have completed a boating safety course approved by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources and are accompanied by an adult. Always check for the latest regulations, as laws may change.
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18 ft. powerboat