§161.13. VTS Special Area operating requirements.

Not enter or get underway in the area without prior approval of the VTS;

Not enter a VTS Special Area if a hazardous vessel operating condition or circumstance exists;

Not meet, cross, or overtake any other VMRS User in the area without prior approval of the VTS; and

Before meeting, crossing, or overtaking any other VMRS User in the area, communicate on the designated vessel bridge-to-bridge radiotelephone frequency, intended navigation movements, and any other information necessary in order to make safe passing arrangements. This requirement does not relieve a vessel of any duty prescribed by the International Regulations for Prevention of Collisions at Sea, 1972 (72 COLREGS) or the Inland Navigation Rules.