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USCG Exam Practice · Rule 29 — Pilot Vessels (lights)

A vessel engaged on pilotage duty exhibits which distinctive light combination at or near the masthead?

  1. ATwo all-round lights in a vertical line, upper white and lower red✓ correct
  2. BTwo all-round lights in a vertical line, upper red and lower white
  3. CTwo all-round lights in a vertical line, both white
  4. DA single all-round white light and a flashing yellow light

Why A is correct

33 CFR §83.29(a)(i) requires a vessel engaged on pilotage duty to exhibit two all-round lights in a vertical line at or near the masthead, the upper being white and the lower red. The order of colors is fixed and cannot be reversed.

Cited:33 CFR §83.29

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