IALACOLREG
20

Application (Lights)

Rules concerning lights shall be complied with from sunset to sunrise and during restricted visibility.

Rule 20 establishes when lights must be displayed. Rules concerning lights shall be complied with from sunset to sunrise, and during such times no other lights shall be exhibited. During restricted visibility and in all other circumstances when deemed necessary, lights shall also be displayed. Day shapes shall be exhibited during daylight hours.

Key Takeaways

1

Lights required from sunset to sunrise

2

Also required during restricted visibility

3

Day shapes required during daylight hours

4

No other lights should interfere with prescribed lights

Common Mistakes

Not displaying lights during daytime restricted visibility

Displaying decorative lights that could be confused with navigation lights

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