A person under 16 years of age must have a valid boating safety certificate or card on board to legally operate a vessel powered by more than 25 horsepower. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a person who is at least 18 years old and licensed to operate the vessel. It's essential to check specific state regulations, as requirements may vary.
There are no conditions that make it legal.
In Louisiana, any person born on or after January 1, 1984, must complete an approved boating safety course to legally operate a motorboat powered by more than 10 horsepower. This requirement is part of the state's efforts to enhance boating safety and ensure that operators are knowledgeable about safe boating practices. Additionally, those under 16 years of age must also be accompanied by an adult when operating such boats.
In Florida, a person must 14 years of age to legally operate a PWC.
Your vessel is less than 39.4 feet long and operating on Pennsylvania state waters. What sound-producing device(s) must be carried?
A person must be 15 years old in Hawaii to legally operate a PWC without an adult on board.
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10 horsepower
30 horse power
14 years old
14 years old.
In Ohio, 10 horsepower is the maximum that a person younger than 12 years old may operate without both an education certificate and a supervising person aboard.
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