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igation and Identification Lights Port Side Ahead Astern
Sailing Vessel — less than 20 m
Port Side Ahead Astern
Note that the major difference between
a sailboat and a powerboat is that a The yellow light flashes at a frequency of
sailboat doesn’t show a white light approximately 120 flashes per minute.
forward.
Any sailboat under motor must
show the same lights as a
powerboat.
Starboard Side
Sailing Vessel — any length
The red over green all-round lights are
optional. They are mounted at the top of the
mast.
The side lights may be combined if the
vessel is less than 20 m.
Starboard Side
A High-speed Vessel Operating within Harbour Limits
Typically seen on ferries and other
high-speed commercial vessels.
Starboard Side Port Side Ahead Astern
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Sailing Vessel — less than 20 m
Port Side Ahead Astern
Note that the major difference between
a sailboat and a powerboat is that a The yellow light flashes at a frequency of
sailboat doesn’t show a white light approximately 120 flashes per minute.
forward.
Any sailboat under motor must
show the same lights as a
powerboat.
Starboard Side
Sailing Vessel — any length
The red over green all-round lights are
optional. They are mounted at the top of the
mast.
The side lights may be combined if the
vessel is less than 20 m.
Starboard Side
A High-speed Vessel Operating within Harbour Limits
Typically seen on ferries and other
high-speed commercial vessels.
Starboard Side Port Side Ahead Astern
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