USCG Exam PracticeRule 29 — Pilot Vessels (lights)
A pilot vessel underway and engaged on pilotage duty is required to exhibit which combination of lights?
- ✓ White over red all-round lights at the masthead, sidelights, and a sternlightCorrect
- B. White over red all-round lights at the masthead only; no sidelights or sternlight are required
- C. A masthead light forward, sidelights, and a sternlight
- D. White over red all-round lights at the masthead and an all-round white anchor light
Why A is correct
33 CFR §83.29(a) requires a vessel engaged on pilotage duty to show white over red all-round lights at or near the masthead, and when underway, sidelights and a sternlight in addition. The masthead all-round lights alone are insufficient.
Cited:33 CFR §83.29