USCG Exam PracticeRule 28 — Constrained by Draft (lights)
Under the Inland Rules, a vessel not under command that is making way through the water is required to exhibit which combination of lights?
- ✓ Two all-round red lights, sidelights, and a sternlightCorrect
- B. Three all-round lights (red-white-red), sidelights, and a sternlight
- C. Two all-round red lights and a masthead light only
- D. Two all-round red lights and an all-round white light
Why A is correct
33 CFR §83.27(a) prescribes two all-round red lights in a vertical line for a vessel not under command. Paragraph (a)(iii) adds that when making way through the water, sidelights and a sternlight are also required. The red-white-red combination applies to vessels restricted in ability to maneuver, not NUC vessels.
Cited:33 CFR §83.27