Glossary of Boating Accidents Terms
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Airboat – A boat propelled by an engine producing air thrust. This type of boat does not include ground effect vessels or air cushion vehicles (hovercraft).
At anchor – Held in place in the water by an anchor; includes “moored” to a buoy or anchored vessel and “dragging anchor”.
Auxiliary Sail – A sailboat also equipped with an engine.
