Navigation Rules

2013. Fully Updated Edition for 2013. This is a complete high quality edition of the official U.S.C.G. NAVIGATION RULES - International & Inland. The Coast Guard requires by law that all vessels over 39 feet carry a copy.This edition is fully illustrated showing the lights and the daysignals required in all circumstances. This latest edition includes internet addresses to find updates and all other helpful sites and information.This latest edition also contains four new sections not previously included;1. FAQ. Frequently asked questions.2. AIS. Automatic identification system.3. AWW. America's waterways watch.4. VHF channels and frequencies in U.S.Correct documentation on your vessel should also include; COAST PILOT for your area and THE AMERICAN PRACTICAL NAVIGATOR.PART A-GENERALRule 1-ApplicationRule 2-ResponsibilityRule 3-General DefinitionsPART B-STEERING AND SAILING RULES Section/Subpart I-Conduct of Vessels In Any Condition of VisibilityRule 4-ApplicationRule 5-Look-outRule 6-Safe SpeedRule 7-Risk of CollisionRule 8-Action to Avoid CollisionRule 9-Narrow ChannelsRule 10-Traffic Separation Schemes/Vessel Traffic ServicesSECTION/SUBPART II-CONDUCT OF VESSELS IN SIGHT OF ONE ANOTHERRule 11-ApplicationRule 12-Sailing VesselsRule 13-OvertakingRule 14-Head-on SituationRule 15-Crossing SituationRule 16-Action by Give-way VesselRule 17-Action by Stand-on VesselRule 18-Responsibilities Between VesselsSection/Subpart III-Conduct of Vessels In Restricted VisibilityRule 19-Conduct of Vessels in Restricted VisibilityPART C-LIGHTS AND SHAPESRule 20-ApplicationRule 21-DefinitionsRule 22-Visibility of LightsRule 23-Power-driven Vessels UnderwayRule 24-Towing and PushingRule 25-Sailing Vessels Underway and Vessels Under OarsRule 26-Fishing VesselsRule 27-Vessels Not Under Command or Restricted in Their Ability to ManeuverRule 28-Vessels Constrained by Their DraftRule 29-Pilot VesselsRule 30-Anchored Vessels and Vessels AgroundRule 31-SeaplanesPART D-SOUND AND LIGHT SIGNALSRule 32-DefinitionsRule 33-Equipment for Sound SignalsRule 34-Maneuvering and Warning SignalsRule 35-Sound Signals in Restricted VisibilityRule 36-Signals to Attract AttentionRule 37-Distress Signals FAQ. Frequently asked questions e.g. what about kayaks? AIS. Automatic identification system. AWW. America's waterways watch. VHF channels and frequencies in U.S.