Case 39:
In
the photo below, Peter (W286) is just nearing the
windward mark as Hans
(938) and Dwight (4606) begin their run. Who
has right of
way in this situation? Why?
Answer:
Regarding 938, 286 and 4606, this is simply a case
of all three being
on port tack. Thus, if 286 and either 938 or 4606
had converged, the
close-hauled boat (286) would have been leeward and
thus had right of
way.