USCG Exam PracticeRule 13 — Overtaking
Under the Inland Navigation Rules, once an overtaking situation is established, what effect does a subsequent change in bearing between the two vessels have on the overtaking vessel's obligations?
- A. The overtaking vessel becomes the stand-on vessel if the bearing draws forward of the other vessel's beam.
- B. The situation converts to a crossing situation, and Rule 15 governs.
- ✓ No change in bearing relieves the overtaking vessel of her duty to keep clear until she is finally past and clear.Correct
- D. The overtaking vessel may resume her original course and speed once the bearing changes by more than 22.5 degrees.
Why C is correct
33 CFR §83.13(d) explicitly states that any subsequent alteration of the bearing between the two vessels shall not make the overtaking vessel a crossing vessel or relieve her of the duty of keeping clear until she is finally past and clear.
Cited:33 CFR §83.13