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Was ist Kanal sechzehn?

Kanal sechzehn The international VHF radio distress, safety, and calling channel (156.8 MHz) monitored at all times by ships and shore stations.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Kanal sechzehn” Used in Practice?

Alle Schiffe müssen zu jeder Zeit Hörwache auf Kanal sechzehn für Not-, Sicherheits- oder Dringlichkeitsmeldungen halten.

Certification Exam Relevance

STCWMarlins TestISF WatchkeeperGMDSS

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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Was ist Kanal sechzehn?

The international VHF radio distress, safety, and calling channel (156.8 MHz) monitored at all times by ships and shore stations.

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