05 - Track Preparation Flashcards
1
Q
Advance
A
Distance gained in the original directions until vessel steadies on her new course
2
Q
Transfer
A
Distance gained at right angles to the original course until vessel steadies on her new course
3
Q
Slide Bar
A
Assists the Navigator in quickly revising a turn bearing if the vessel is off track prior to a turn.
4
Q
“Mark a Turn”
A
also “Shifts to Constants”
- Instead of taking fixes, the Nav team focuses on the turn/range bearing
5
Q
Turn Bearing
A
- As close as possible off your beam
- Will create the greatest rate of change of bearing and will result in a more precise turn
6
Q
Danger Bearing
A
Used by the Nav to keep an area clear of an area of danger close to which the vessel must pass
- Established with
- Danger Area
- Navigation Aid
7
Q
How is Advance and Transfer determined?
A
- Angle of turn
- Rudder Angle
- Vessel’s speed
