What might happen to visibility when a planing hull is in plowing mode?

When a planing hull is in plowing mode, the bow of the boat is raised significantly out of the water, which can obstruct the operator's view ahead. This raised position is a characteristic of planing hulls when they are moving at certain speeds, especially when they have not fully transitioned to a planing mode where they skim easily over the water. As a result, visibility can be compromised, making it difficult to see obstacles, other vessels, or signs on the waterway.

While other factors like speed and the overall design of the boat can play roles in visibility, the main issue in plowing mode remains the elevated bow, which physically blocks the view.