A seaplane and a motorboat are on crossing courses. If the motorboat is to the left of the seaplane, which has the right-of-way?
A
The motorboat.
B
The seaplane.✓ Correct Answer
C
Both should alter course to the right.
Explanation
14 CFR 91.115(b) says that when an aircraft and a vessel are on crossing courses, the one to the other's right has the right-of-way. With the motorboat on the seaplane's left, the seaplane is on the motorboat's right and has the right-of-way. Both turning right is the head-on rule.
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