What items are required on a 14-foot powerboat between sunset and sunrise according to USCG regulations?

A 14-foot powerboat is required to have navigation lights on board between sunset and sunrise in accordance with US Coast Guard (USCG) regulations. Navigation lights serve a critical purpose by making the vessel visible to other boaters and ensuring that it is identifiable during low-light conditions. This visibility helps to prevent collisions and enhances overall safety on the water.

While other items such as fire extinguishers and emergency flares can be important for safety and emergencies, they are not specifically mandated for every small powerboat like navigation lights are during nighttime operations. Sailing materials are generally not applicable to powerboats at all, making navigation lights the essential requirement for nighttime safety.