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Magnetische Störung

Disruption or deviation of magnetic compass readings due to local magnetic fields, ship’s structure, or electrical equipment, requiring verification and correction.

Quick answer: Disruption or deviation of magnetic compass readings due to local magnetic fields, ship’s structure, or electrical equipment, requiring verification and correction.

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Quick answer

Disruption or deviation of magnetic compass readings due to local magnetic fields, ship’s structure, or electrical equipment, requiring verification and correction.

Why it matters

Magnetische Störung matters because it supports clear communication in External Communication contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

Editorial context

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is Magnetische Störung?

In this glossary, Magnetische Störung refers to: Disruption or deviation of magnetic compass readings due to local magnetic fields, ship’s structure, or electrical equipment, requiring verification and correction.

How is Magnetische Störung used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Brücke, magnetische Störung am Kompass während der Fahrt nahe Stromleitungen festgestellt. Auf Kreiselkompass umschalten und Kurs regelmäßig prüfen."

Why does Magnetische Störung matter in maritime?

Magnetische Störung matters because it supports clear communication in External Communication contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

Who uses Magnetische Störung?

Magnetische Störung is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Magnetische Störung belong to?

In this glossary, Magnetische Störung is grouped under External Communication. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG and published by Protermify Maritime as a static maritime reference page.

Definition

Disruption or deviation of magnetic compass readings due to local magnetic fields, ship’s structure, or electrical equipment, requiring verification and correction.

Operational example

Bridge, magnetic interference detected on compass during passage near power lines. Switch to gyro and verify heading periodically.

Localized term

Magnetische Störung

Localized example

Brücke, magnetische Störung am Kompass während der Fahrt nahe Stromleitungen festgestellt. Auf Kreiselkompass umschalten und Kurs regelmäßig prüfen.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

Category

External Communication

Exam relevance

  • STCW
  • Marlins Test
  • ISF Watchkeeper
  • GMDSS

Target audience

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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