USCG Exam PracticeRule 29 — Pilot Vessels (lights)
A pilot vessel is at anchor and engaged on pilotage duty. Which lights must it display?
- ✓ Two all-round lights in a vertical line (upper white, lower red) plus the anchor light or lights prescribed by Rule 30Correct
- B. Two all-round lights in a vertical line (upper white, lower red), sidelights, and a sternlight
- C. Anchor lights only, as prescribed by Rule 30
- D. Two all-round lights in a vertical line (upper white, lower red) plus sidelights
Why A is correct
33 CFR §83.29(a)(iii) requires that a pilot vessel at anchor and on pilotage duty display the two vertical all-round lights (upper white, lower red) plus the anchor light, lights, or shape prescribed in Rule 30. Sidelights and a sternlight are required only when underway, per §83.29(a)(ii).
Cited:33 CFR §83.29