USCG Exam Practice · Rule 26 — Fishing Vessels (lights)
A vessel not engaged in fishing is required to extinguish its Rule 26 fishing lights and exhibit which lights instead?
- ANo lights are required unless underway
- BOnly the lights prescribed for a vessel of her length✓ correct
- CThe lights prescribed for a vessel of her length, plus an all-round white light
- DThe lights prescribed in Rule 26 may be retained at the master's discretion
Why B is correct
33 CFR §83.26(e) states that a vessel when not engaged in fishing shall not exhibit the lights or shapes prescribed in Rule 26, but only those prescribed for a vessel of her length. Retention of fishing lights when not fishing is prohibited.
Cited:33 CFR §83.26
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