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Rules of the Road
Rule 9-Steering & Sailing Rules
International/Inland
(b) A vessel of less than 20 meters in length or a sailing vessel shall not impede the passage of a vessel that can safely navigate only within a narrow channel or fairway.
***This applies to sailing vessels that are tacking in a channel or fairway.
Rule 18
Steering and Sailing Rules.
Responsibilities Between Vessels.
Except where Rules 9,10 and 13 otherwise require:
(a) A power driven vessel underway shall keep out of the way of:
(iv) a sailing vessel.
(b) A sailing vessel underway shall keep out of the way :
(i) a vessel not under command
(ii) a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver .
What else can I help you with?
When a motorboat is approaching a sailboat head on what should the motor boat do?
When a motorboat approaches a sailboat head-on, the motorboat should give way to the sailboat. According to the maritime right-of-way rules, the motorboat is responsible for avoiding a collision and should maneuver to the right to pass the sailboat safely. The sailboat, being under sail, has the right of way in this situation. It's essential for both vessels to communicate clearly to ensure safe navigation.
A motorboat is approaching a sailboat head on What should happen?
The sailboat has the right-of-way until the motorboat gets ship-sized, when it assumes the right-of-way.
A sailboat is approaching a PWC head-on What should the sailboat do?
Maintain present course and speed.
A motorboat and PWC are approaching head on what action should be taken.?
turn left
A motorboat and a PWC are approaching head-on. What action should be taken?
turn left
What should you do if you are operating a motorboat that is being overtaken by a sailboat?
Give the sailboat a little room for navigation. It's odd that a sailboat would overtake a powerboat, but it can happen. Whether we are piloting a power or sail craft we should always be aware of our surroundings. A good pilot will have their head on a swivel at all times and know what is approaching from behind.
What should you do if you are operating a motorboat that is being overtaken by sailboat?
Give the sailboat a little room for navigation. It's odd that a sailboat would overtake a powerboat, but it can happen. Whether we are piloting a power or sail craft we should always be aware of our surroundings. A good pilot will have their head on a swivel at all times and know what is approaching from behind.
What should a motor boat operator do when approaching a sailing vessel head on?
When approaching a sailing vessel head on, it is up to the motorboat to yield. The motorboat operator should swing wide as early as possible to stay well clear of the sailing vessel.
A motorboat is approaching a sailboat head on?
When a motorboat approaches a sailboat head-on, both vessels have a responsibility to avoid a collision. According to the rules of the road at sea, the power-driven motorboat must give way to the sailing vessel, as it is the stand-on vessel in this situation. The sailboat can also take action to maneuver safely, ensuring both boats can pass without incident. Communication between the vessels may also help clarify intentions and enhance safety.
What actions should be taken when a motorboat and a PWC are approaching head-on?
turn left
What should the operators of a motorboat and PWC do when approaching head on?
Assuming neither boat is beleaguered and each craft has sea room, each bears to starbord.
What should a motorboat operator do when approaching a sailing vessel head-on?
Do everything possible to avoid it. The motorboat operator would give way if boat is under sail but go by regular motorboat rules if he is under power.
