Rule 12: Clear Astern Must Keep Clear

Name: Rule 12: Clear Astern Must Keep Clear
Uploaded: 2026-08-21T12:00:00+12:00
Duration: 27 s
Description: Same tack, no overlap: being behind is the whole obligation.

Same tack, no overlap: being behind is the whole obligation.

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