Stand-On Vessels and Give-Way Vessels
The Stand-on vessel should maintain its course and speed. The give-away vessel, may however take action to avoid collision if it is clear that the vessel which should be keeping out of the way is not taking appropriate action.
What type of vessel has the right of way?
Every give-way vessel should keep out of the way of a stand-on vessel, so far as is possible, take early and substantial action to keep well clear.
A power-driven vessel underway shall keep out of the way of:
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a vessel not under command;
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a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver;
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a fishing boat hauling its nets;
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a sailboat.
A sailboat underway shall keep out of the way of:
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a vessel not under command;
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a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver;
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a fishing boat hauling its nets
A fishing boat when underway shall, so far as possible, keep out of the way of:
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a vessel not under command;
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a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver.
What type of vessel has the right of way in a narrow channel?
Power-driven vessels heading downstream always have the right of way when navigating through narrow channels.
