INTERNATIONAL ONLY In addition to other required lights, which lights does a power-driven vessel pushing ahead or towing alongside display?
β’ Rule 24 β Towing and Pushing (International Rules) β’ Difference between astern tow, pushing ahead, and towing alongside β’ Which lights indicate a towing operation versus restricted in ability to maneuver or normal power-driven vessel
β’ First decide: is a vessel pushing ahead or towing alongside considered a towing vessel under the Rules? If yes, what is the basic towing light pattern? β’ Look at each choice: which options clearly belong on the stern of a towing vessel, and which belong on the mast? Which are for towing length indication vs. special conditions like restricted maneuverability? β’ Ask yourself: for pushing ahead or towing alongside, what does the Rule say about the masthead lights arrangement compared to an ordinary power-driven vessel? Same, fewer, or extra lights?
β’ Verify in Rule 24 (International) what additional lights a power-driven vessel engaged in towing must carry in addition to her sidelights and sternlight. β’ Check which lights in the options are specifically described as masthead lights versus stern towing lights or all-round lights in the Rules. β’ Confirm that the pattern you choose matches a vessel that is actively engaged in towing/pushing, not just a normal power-driven vessel or a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver.
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