by Emma Sullivan | Jul 19, 2023 | Sailing Safety
Short answer hand-held flares are type approved for what conditions or time: Hand-held flares are type approved for use in emergency situations, primarily for maritime distress signaling. They can be used during daylight or nighttime and are designed to be visible...
by Emma Sullivan | Jul 18, 2023 | Sailing Safety
Short answer parts of a yacht: The main parts of a yacht typically include the hull, deck, mast, boom, rigging, sails, keel or centerboard, rudder, and various onboard systems such as engine and plumbing. These components are essential for sailing and maneuvering a...
by Emma Sullivan | Jul 17, 2023 | Sailing Safety
Short answer sound of a fog horn: A fog horn emits a loud low-frequency sound, typically produced by compressed air. The deep resonating tone is created by vibration within the horn’s resonators. These powerful horns are primarily used to provide audible...
by Emma Sullivan | Jul 17, 2023 | Sailing Safety
Short answer pilotage vs dead reckoning: Pilotage is a navigation technique that involves using landmarks and visual cues to determine a position, while dead reckoning relies on mathematical calculations based on known speed and direction. Pilotage is more accurate in...
by Emma Sullivan | Jul 17, 2023 | Sailing Safety
Short answer: Ship horn sound Ship horn sound refers to the audible signal produced by ships using a horn or whistle system. These sounds serve as communication signals between vessels, providing warning signals in various maritime situations such as maneuvering,...
by Emma Sullivan | Jul 15, 2023 | Sailing Safety
Short answer: Types of buoys Buoys are floating devices used to mark channels, hazards, and provide navigational aids. There are various types including navigational, mooring, data-collection, and special-purpose buoys such as weather or rescue. They can be...
