BOATsmart! USA Knowledge Base
Module 02 - Boating Equipment
Navigation Light Requirements for Different Boats
You are required to display your navigation lights whenever you’re operating your boat between sunset and sunrise and during periods of reduced visibility. Boat accident statistics indicate that nighttime collisions account for a significant portion of the total fatal and non-fatal collisions that happen every year. For the most recent lighting requirements available for recreational boaters, visit the Coast Guard’s website: www.uscgboating.org.
When purchasing a flashlight for your boat, make sure it’s watertight and always check the condition of the batteries before you leave the dock.
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