In what condition is a vessel considered a "give-way vessel"?

A vessel is considered a "give-way vessel" when it is required to yield in a crossing situation. This concept is rooted in the Rules of the Road, which provide guidelines for safe navigation at sea and on inland waterways. The give-way vessel has the responsibility to take evasive action and allow the stand-on vessel to maintain its course and speed.

In a crossing situation, if two vessels are on a collision course, the give-way vessel must take measures to avoid the other vessel. This is critical for preventing collisions and ensuring the safety of all vessels involved.

While maneuvering to anchor, overtaking another vessel, or engaged in fishing might involve specific rules, they do not define a vessel as a give-way vessel in the context of a crossing situation. The need for one vessel to yield while another maintains its course is what clearly establishes the give-way designation.