USCG Exam PracticeRule 26 — Fishing Vessels (lights)
Vessels engaged in fishing with purse seine gear may exhibit two yellow lights in a vertical line. Under what condition may these lights be shown, and how do they flash?
- A. At all times when fishing; they flash simultaneously every two seconds
- ✓ Only when hampered by fishing gear; they flash alternately every second with equal light and occultation durationCorrect
- C. Only when making way; they flash alternately every two seconds
- D. Only when at anchor; they flash simultaneously every second
Why B is correct
33 CFR §83.26(f)(iii)(1) states the two yellow lights may be exhibited only when the vessel is hampered by its fishing gear, and they shall flash alternately every second with equal light and occultation duration.
Cited:33 CFR §83.26(f)(iii)(1)