USCG Exam PracticeLatitude, longitude, and geographic coordinates
Under 46 CFR, which vessels are required to carry an electronic position fixing device?
- A. All documented commercial vessels regardless of length
- B. Vessels 65 feet (20 meters) or more in length
- ✓ Vessels 79 feet (24 meters) or more in lengthCorrect
- D. Vessels operating more than 3 nautical miles offshore
Why C is correct
46 CFR §28.260 requires each vessel 79 feet (24 meters) or more in length to be equipped with an electronic position fixing device capable of providing accurate fixes for the area in which the vessel operates.
Cited:46 CFR §28.260