T&T: Compass - required equipment?

[Keith]

Dumb, but no, a compass isn't required. You can check the Vessel Safety 
Check form out here: http://forms.cgaux.org/archive/a7012.pdf. Note that the 
required items are on the left side, and the recommended discussion items 
are on the right. It also appears that the Feds don't require a bell on 
smaller boats now, but a lot of states still do. It's always good to check 
the states' requirements where you'll be traveling. I think Canada even 
requires a fire axe on board!


Keith
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----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jason Pringle" <mvshibui at comcast.net>



>I know they're a Good Idea to have around when things go all dark, but
> am I correct in deducing that (at least in the US) a compass is not
> required equipment?  Or if it is, does an electronic compass satisfy
> the requirement (as in a rate limited compass used for autopilot input)?
>
> For that matter, is the Definitive List the one posted here: 
> http://uscgboating.org/safety/fedreqs/intro.htm