Towing & Ship-Assist · Towing Lights
The yellow towing light required of a vessel towing astern is located:
- ADirectly above the sternlight, with the same characteristics as a sternlight✓ Correct
- BAt the top of the forward mast
- COn the bow, below the sidelights
- DOn the towed vessel, not the towing vessel
Explanation
The yellow towing light is shown in a vertical line above the sternlight of the towing vessel and has the same arc of visibility (135°) as a sternlight. It distinguishes a vessel towing from an ordinary power-driven vessel from astern.
Authority: Navigation Rules, Rule 24(a)(iv)
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