Persons aged 12 to 15 years old must complete a state-approved boating safety course and obtain a boating safety certificate to operate a personal watercraft (PWC) legally. Additionally, they must be accompanied on the PWC by a responsible adult, typically someone over the age of 18, to ensure safety and compliance with regulations. Specific requirements may vary by state, so it's important to check local laws.
over 8 years old
At 18 a person is an adult so by the time they are 26 they have been an adult for 8 years.
In Florida, a person must 14 years of age to legally operate a PWC.
depends on which state you are in. Inquire with your local law enforcement officials
All persons must be at least 14 years of age to legally operate a motorboat or PWC unless under the direct, onboard supervision of a parent, guardian, or other person 16 years of age or older. - Missouri boat regulations website
If your passengers are not in danger
14 years old
14 years old.
A person must be 15 years old in Hawaii to legally operate a PWC without an adult on board.
In Wisconsin, individuals who are at least 16 years old can legally operate a motorboat without completing a boating safety course if they are accompanied by a person who is at least 18 years old and has a valid boating safety certificate. Additionally, those born before January 1, 1989, are exempt from the course requirement. However, anyone operating a personal watercraft (PWC) must have completed a boating safety course, regardless of age.
A person must be 15 years old in Hawaii to legally operate a PWC without an adult on board.
14 years old