§ 185.360 - Use of auto pilot.  


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  • § 185.360 Use of auto pilot.

    Whenever an automatic pilot is used the master shall ensure that:

    (a) It is possible to immediately establish manual control of the vessel's steering;

    (b) A competent person is ready at all times to take over steering control; and

    (c) The changeover from automatic to manual steering and vice versa is made by, or under the supervision of, the master or the mate on watch.