Each compulsory ship of 1,600 gross tons or over whose keel was laid:
- (a) Prior to May 25, 1980, must be equipped with radio direction finding apparatus in operating condition and approved by the Commission during an inspection.
- (b) On or after May 25, 1980, must be equipped with radio direction finding apparatus having a homing capability in accordance with § 80.824.
[51 FR 31213, Sept. 2, 1986, as amended at 63 FR 29960, June 1, 1998. Redesignated at 68 FR 46973, Aug. 7, 2003]