§ 108.715 - Magnetic compass and gyrocompass.  


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  • § 108.715 Magnetic compass and gyrocompass.

    (a) Each self-propelled unit in ocean or coastwise service must have a magnetic compass.

    (b) Each self-propelled unit of 1,600 gross tons and over in ocean or coastwise service must have a gyrocompass in addition to the magnetic compass required in paragraph (a) of this section.

    (c) Each unit that is required to have a gyrocompass must have an illuminated repeater for the gyrocompass that is at the main steering stand unless the gyrocompass is illuminated and is at the main steering stand.