Deck General USCG Question #2968 (Set 94)

A vessel is to make a voyage between New York and San Juan, Puerto Rico, and return. The crew should be signed on __________.

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option D — Coastwise Articles

Voyages between U.S. ports, including Puerto Rico, are classified as coastwise trade. Under 46 U.S.C. § 10502, vessels engaged in coastwise trade are required to use Coastwise Articles for the engagement of crew members, distinguishing them from foreign or intercoastal articles used for international or specific long-haul domestic routes.

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