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紧急位置 是什么?

紧急位置 Location reported by a vessel or person in distress, usually in latitude and longitude for rescue coordination.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “紧急位置” Used in Practice?

Mayday,mayday,紧急位置50°N 003°W,救生筏已下水,需要立即援助。

Certification Exam Relevance

STCWMarlins TestISF WatchkeeperGMDSS

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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紧急位置 是什么?

Location reported by a vessel or person in distress, usually in latitude and longitude for rescue coordination.

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