The characteristics of navigation lights on a power driven vessel includes sidelights, sternlight, masthead light, and all-round white lights. Navigation lights must be displayed from sunset until sunrise as well as anytime visibility is restricted.
lights must be on during periods of restricted visibility
When away from the dock after sunset.
When away from the dock after sunset.
When away from the dock after sunset.
Lights must be on during periods of restricted visibility. ref: EQ-2
the power driven vessel needs to give-way for sailing ships.
A power driven vessel is often understood to be a mechanically driven boat. Human power as in rowing or wind driven power is not usually considered power driven.
A power driven vessel is often understood to be a mechanically driven boat. Human power as in rowing or wind driven power is not usually considered power driven.
when the power-driven vessel is towing another boat and has difficulty maneuvering
When a power-driven vessel is being overtaken by a sailboat, the power-driven vessel is considered the "stand-on" vessel, meaning it must maintain its course and speed. The sailboat, as the "give-way" vessel, is required to take action to avoid a collision. The sailboat should ensure it passes safely and can alter its course if necessary to avoid the power-driven vessel. It's crucial for both vessels to be aware of their responsibilities to ensure safe navigation.
The power-driven vessel should change course and speed.
Those include red lights on the port side and green lights on the other.Depends on the size of the vessel. My tiny little 14 ft boat is only required to show a white light. The link at the bottom of this page will take you to a chart showing lights and visible ranges for different sizes.What is the size of the vessel? Refer to "Navigation rules" for vessel specific answers.