RedactedNarrative: On 12-30-2017, V1, a 25’ Cabin Cruiser (FL7639PY), was heading south near Ponce De Leon park boat ramp in Charlotte Harbor. During this time, V2, a 22’ sailing vessel (FL5477NU), had just exited the marked channel of Ponce De Leon boat ramp and was headed west under sail power. The vessel did have an auxiliary outboard motor equipped but it was in the up-right and stored position at the time of the collision. 
  At approximately 1230 pm, Operator2 became aware that V1 was on a collision course with his own vessel. Operator2 advised V1 was approximately 200 yards from his position at that time. Operator2 stated he immediately turned hard to port to avoid a collision. He was unsuccessful. V1 was travelling at approximately 10 knots and impacted V2 directly astern causing a “V-shaped” indentation in V2s transom near the auxiliary motor mount. The force of the impact caused V2 occupant to fall forward, off the bench seat, hitting the seat across from him. V2 occupant suffered injuries to his arm and leg. 
  After interviewing Operator1, he stated that a combination of ocean spray on the wind shield and the Sun had obstructed his vision. Also, moments before the collision, Operator1 was distracted by a “beeping” alert from his console. He admitting he was looking down at his electronic instruments at the time of the collision. The beeping alert was later determined to be the GPS unit losing satellite connection. Operator1 advised that he never saw the sailing vessel but was aware of other vessels operating in the area.
  V1 sustained minor damage to its bow and had no injuries on board. V2 had damage to its transom and had one, non-life-threatening injuries on board. 
  Operator1 was cited for Navigation Rule 5, Failure to maintain Proper Look-out and given a warning for Rule 18, Responsibilities Between Vessel (Powered vessels shall give way to sailing vessels).
  V2 occupant sustained injuries to his left leg and right arm. V2 occupant's leg was "de-fleshed" approximant 4 inches and will probably need skin grafts to correct. He also had minor cuts on his right arm.
  