USCG Exam PracticeRule 29 — Pilot Vessels (lights)
A pilot vessel is at anchor and engaged on pilotage duty. Which lights must she exhibit?
- ✓ White over red all-round lights at the masthead plus the anchor light, lights, or shape prescribed by Rule 30Correct
- B. White over red all-round lights at the masthead, sidelights, and a sternlight
- C. The anchor light prescribed by Rule 30 only; the pilotage lights are not required at anchor
- D. White over red all-round lights at the masthead plus sidelights
Why A is correct
33 CFR §83.29(a)(iii) states that when at anchor, a vessel engaged on pilotage duty shall exhibit the white over red masthead lights plus the anchor light, lights, or shape prescribed in Rule 30. Sidelights and sternlight are required only when underway.
Cited:33 CFR §83.29