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USCG Exam PracticeRule 18 — Responsibilities Between Vessels

A seaplane is on the water in inland waters and risk of collision exists with an approaching power-driven vessel. Which statement correctly describes the seaplane's obligations under Inland Rule 18?

  1. A. The seaplane is always the stand-on vessel because aircraft have priority over surface vessels.
  2. The seaplane shall keep well clear in general, but when risk of collision exists she shall comply with Rules 4 through 19.Correct
  3. C. The seaplane is treated as a vessel not under command and all other vessels must keep clear.
  4. D. The seaplane has no obligations under the Inland Rules because it is an aircraft.

Why B is correct

33 CFR §83.18(e) states that a seaplane on the water shall in general keep well clear of all vessels and avoid impeding their navigation, but when risk of collision exists she shall comply with Rules 4 through 19. The seaplane is not granted stand-on status, NUC status, or exemption from the Rules.

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