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What is Helicopter Transfer?

Helicopter Transfer Operation involving the embarkation or disembarkation of personnel or cargo by helicopter to or from a vessel, requiring special procedures and communications.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Helicopter Transfer” Used in Practice?

Bridge, prepare for helicopter transfer on aft deck at 0800 UTC. Clear landing area and brief crew on procedures.

Certification Exam Relevance

STCWMarlins TestISF WatchkeeperGMDSS

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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What is Helicopter Transfer?

Operation involving the embarkation or disembarkation of personnel or cargo by helicopter to or from a vessel, requiring special procedures and communications.

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