Jetted Articulated Vessel (JAV)

In Connecticut, these laws and regulations apply to jetted articulated vessels (JAVs).

• Anyone who can turn a JAV on/off or who can influence the thrust, speed, or direction of the JAV is considered to be a JAV operator. This means a JAV may have more than one operator.
• All JAV operators must:
  • Be 16 years of age or older and…
  • Have a valid CPWO and…
  • Follow all Connecticut laws that apply to PWC.
• It is illegal to use a JAV in a "slow, no wake speed" area; within 200 feet of any dock, shore, pier, or fixed structure; or within 100 feet of any vessel except to transit the area. No tricks are allowed!