2025-07823Notice

USS Beloit Dims Lights: Navy's Stealthy Rule Bend

Published Date: 5/6/2025

Notice

Summary

The U.S. Navy gave USS BELOIT (LCS 29) a special pass because its unique design means it can’t follow some usual navigation light rules without messing up its mission. This change affects sailors and ships nearby, so they know to watch out. No extra costs or delays—just a heads-up to keep everyone safe on the water.

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Alternate Navigation Lights for USS BELOIT

The Navy issued a Certificate of Alternate Compliance for USS BELOIT (LCS 29) because its special construction and purpose prevent full compliance with the navigation light rules of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 (72 COLREGS). Mariners and ships operating nearby are warned to watch out in waters where 72 COLREGS apply; the notice says this is a safety heads-up and does not impose extra costs or delays.

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5/6/2025

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