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Handout: Explains Aids to Navigation. How to apply for a Private Aid Permit. Explains Aid Markings and lists the Types of Marks. Provides Sources of Supply for markers.
Regulatory Changes allowing LED Lighting Equipment:
l LED (Light Emitting Diode) lighting equipment has been approved for use as
PATON as of March 08, 2004. If you are considering installing a light please
contact the 14th Coast Guard District PATON Manager before purchasing your
lighting equipment. For more information regarding this regulatory change, and
others, review Rules and Regulations, Federal Register volume 68 number 235 (Document ID: USCG-2000-7466-0010).
International Association of Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) Maritime Buoyage System Specifications (use table below):
International Association of Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) Maritime Buoyage System Region A (Guam, Northern Mariana Islands, American Soma, American Territories) Specifications
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