USCG Exam PracticeVisual distress signals — flares, smoke, hand-held
Which of the following is recognized as a distress signal under 33 CFR §87.01?
- ✓ A rocket parachute flare or a hand flare showing a red lightCorrect
- B. A hand flare showing a white light
- C. A smoke signal giving off white-colored smoke
- D. A flag signal consisting of two triangular flags displayed vertically
Why A is correct
33 CFR §87.01(i) specifically lists a rocket parachute flare or a hand flare showing a red light as a recognized distress signal. White light flares and white smoke are not listed distress signals, nor is a two-flag triangular display.
Cited:33 CFR §87.01