Airplane Lights ✈️ Every light on an aircraft has a specific purpose rooted in centuries-old maritime navigation rules. The red, green and white lights that outline a plane’s wings and tail trace back to ship lighting systems designed to prevent mid-sea collisions. Red marks the left wing, green the right and white the tail, helping pilots and observers determine orientation and direction even in complete darkness. These same color codes evolved from the International Regulations for Preventing

"Marine Navigation Lights: A Guide to Safe Sailing" The image illustrates the navigation lights used on boats to indicate their direction and position. The diagram shows a boat with three lights: green on the left (starboard), red on the right (port), and white at the center (masthead). These lights help other vessels determine the boat's orientation and movement. *Key Points:* - *Green Light (Starboard):* Indicates the left side of the boat. - *Red Light (Port):* Indicates the right side of the