USCG Exam PracticeRule 18 — Responsibilities Between Vessels
A WIG craft operating on the water surface is required to comply with the navigation rules as if she were a ______.
- A. vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver
- B. sailing vessel
- C. vessel not under command
- ✓ power-driven vesselCorrect
Why D is correct
Both COLREGs Rule 18(f)(ii) and 33 CFR §83.18(f)(ii) state that a WIG craft operating on the water surface shall comply with the Rules as a power-driven vessel. The special provisions for WIG craft apply only when taking off, landing, or in flight near the surface.