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Rule 31 - Seaplanes

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Overview

Rule 31 defines the lights and shapes applicable to seaplanes.

This rule details variations permissible for seaplanes and WIG craft, where required.

Rule 31 - Seaplanes

Where it is impracticable for a seaplane or a WIG craft to exhibit lights and shapes of the characteristics or in the positions prescribed in the Rules of this Part she shall exhibit lights and shapes as closely similar in characteristics and position as is possible.

Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 (COLREGs)

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