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Right of way and collision avoidanceQuestion 18 of 351

Your seaplane overtakes a vessel on the water. What must you do?

  1. Expect the vessel to turn.
  2. Pass close ahead of it.
  3. Pass directly behind it.
  4. Alter heading to keep well clear of it.
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Correct answer: Alter heading to keep well clear of it.

An overtaking aircraft on the water keeps well clear of the other aircraft or vessel.

Source: Canadian Aviation Regulations (SOR/96-433), CAR 602.20(3) Right of Way — Aircraft Manoeuvring on Water

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026