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Parallele Indexlinie

A radar-derived reference line drawn parallel to the vessel's intended track, used to monitor cross-track error by keeping a chosen land echo or seamark at a constant offset.

Quick answer: A radar-derived reference line drawn parallel to the vessel's intended track, used to monitor cross-track error by keeping a chosen land echo or seamark at a constant offset.

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Quick answer

A radar-derived reference line drawn parallel to the vessel's intended track, used to monitor cross-track error by keeping a chosen land echo or seamark at a constant offset.

Why it matters

Parallele Indexlinie matters because it supports clear communication in Nav 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.

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is Parallele Indexlinie?

In this glossary, Parallele Indexlinie refers to: A radar-derived reference line drawn parallel to the vessel's intended track, used to monitor cross-track error by keeping a chosen land echo or seamark at a constant offset.

How is Parallele Indexlinie used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Lotse: Halten Sie die steuerbordseitige parallele Indexlinie eine Kabellänge außerhalb der 20-Meter-Isohypsen; Ruder entsprechend nachführen."

Why does Parallele Indexlinie matter in maritime?

Parallele Indexlinie matters because it supports clear communication in Nav 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 Parallele Indexlinie?

Parallele Indexlinie is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Parallele Indexlinie belong to?

In this glossary, Parallele Indexlinie is grouped under Nav. 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

A radar-derived reference line drawn parallel to the vessel's intended track, used to monitor cross-track error by keeping a chosen land echo or seamark at a constant offset.

Operational example

Pilot: Keep the starboard parallel index line one cable off the 20-metre contour; adjust rudder as necessary to maintain constant offset.

Localized term

Parallele Indexlinie

Localized example

Lotse: Halten Sie die steuerbordseitige parallele Indexlinie eine Kabellänge außerhalb der 20-Meter-Isohypsen; Ruder entsprechend nachführen.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

Category

Nav

Exam relevance

  • STCW
  • Marlins Test
  • ISF Watchkeeper
  • GMDSS

Target audience

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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