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Sailboat vs. Powerboat
Remember that a sailboat running an engine, even if sails are up, is legally categorized as a powerboat. In a congested area it is best not to run the engine with sails still up, because captains of other boats may not be aware of your engine running and may assume you are operating under sailing rules.
The Rules are simple when a sailboat and a small recreational powerboat meet:
In most situations the sailing boat is the stand-on vessel and the powerboat must give way.
If the sailboat is overtaking a powerboat, the powerboat is the stand-on vessel and the sailboat must give way.
Any boat with more maneuverability must give way to any boat with less maneuverability (see below).
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