USCG Exam PracticeRule 12 — Sailing Vessels
Two sailing vessels are on the same tack approaching each other with risk of collision. Which vessel is required to keep out of the way?
- A. The vessel to leeward
- ✓ The vessel to windwardCorrect
- C. The vessel on the port tack
- D. The vessel on the starboard tack
Why B is correct
When both sailing vessels have the wind on the same side, the vessel to windward must keep out of the way of the vessel to leeward. 33 CFR §83.12(a)(ii).
Cited:33 CFR §83.12