USCG Exam PracticeGMDSS and VHF distress procedures
Under 46 CFR §180.68, which of the following may be substituted for a required hand orange smoke distress signal on a vessel certificated for a coastwise route?
- A. An electric distress light (approval series 161.013)
- ✓ A rocket parachute flare (approval series 160.036)Correct
- C. An orange distress flag (approval series 160.072)
- D. A parachute red flare (approval series 160.024)
Why B is correct
46 CFR §180.68(c)(2)(i) permits a rocket parachute flare (approval series 160.036) to be substituted for any required hand orange smoke distress signal. An electric distress light and orange flag are not listed as substitutes under §180.68(c)(2), and 160.024 is not cited in that section.
Cited:46 CFR §180.68