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What is Terrestrial Position Fix?

Terrestrial Position Fix A position established by bearings or distances to known land features or aids to navigation, not using satellites.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Terrestrial Position Fix” Used in Practice?

Bridge, verify terrestrial position fix by cross-bearing on headland and lighthouse, and compare result with electronic chart.

Certification Exam Relevance

STCWMarlins TestISF WatchkeeperGMDSS

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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What is Terrestrial Position Fix?

A position established by bearings or distances to known land features or aids to navigation, not using satellites.

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