during periods of restricted visibility
AT NIGHT!30 minutes prior to sundown and thirty minutes after sunup
keep a proper lookout.
the vessel operator
48 hours
turn on the radar and use fog lights
the vessel operator
You are the stand-on vessel but be prepared to give way if necessary. When you see a white and a green light, you are the stand-on vessel. You should remain alert, however, in case the other vessel operator does not see you or does not know navigational rules.
You are the stand-on vessel but be prepared to give way if necessary. When you see a white and a green light, you are the stand-on vessel. You should remain alert, however, in case the other vessel operator does not see you or does not know navigational rules.
90 days
All boats that operate between sunset and sunrise, as well as those that operate in reduced visibility during the day, are required to display navigational lights. This includes powerboats, sailing vessels, and personal watercraft. The specific lighting requirements can vary based on the size and type of the vessel, but generally, all vessels must have appropriate lights to ensure visibility and safety on the water. Additionally, larger commercial vessels have more stringent lighting requirements to signal their size and maneuverability.
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.