Planning a trip in June 2024 Jersey - Scilly
6.4m Rib. Probably via Salcombe to rendezvous with friends and a short stop in Penzance to meet some others.
Where west of Plymouth has dockside petrol without having to lug cans to a fuel station. Last time I boated in this area there was not...
Rule 17 won’t apply ‘initially’ if you are on reciprocal courses in a head on situation ? Both vessels (assuming 2 power driven vessels) will be obliged to alter to starboard. If one opts not to then yes you would alter course further or adjust speed to avoid a collision.
5 degree may not...
There are 2 parts to rule 17. The first part is a ‘May’ the 2nd part is a ‘Must’.
Does not exonerate the give way vessel from taking appropriate action.