NTSB Determines Cause of Tow Collision Report Highlights Importance of Repeating Passing Arrangements
February 09, 2024
February 09, 2024
WASHINGTON, Feb. 9 -- The National Transportation Safety Board issued the following news release on Feb. 8, 2024:
A towing vessel pilot incorrectly recalling the agreed-upon passing arrangement led to tows colliding last year in the Mississippi River, the National Transportation Safety Board said Thursday.
According to the Inland Navigation Rules, when two vessels are meeting or crossing, each vessel shall signal its maneuvering intentions by using the vessel's whistle . . .
A towing vessel pilot incorrectly recalling the agreed-upon passing arrangement led to tows colliding last year in the Mississippi River, the National Transportation Safety Board said Thursday.
According to the Inland Navigation Rules, when two vessels are meeting or crossing, each vessel shall signal its maneuvering intentions by using the vessel's whistle . . .