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Windangriffsflächeneffekt

The influence of the ship’s exposed surface area above the waterline, causing increased drift or leeway under wind pressure.

Quick answer: The influence of the ship’s exposed surface area above the waterline, causing increased drift or leeway under wind pressure.

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Quick answer

The influence of the ship’s exposed surface area above the waterline, causing increased drift or leeway under wind pressure.

Why it matters

Windangriffsflächeneffekt 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 Windangriffsflächeneffekt?

In this glossary, Windangriffsflächeneffekt refers to: The influence of the ship’s exposed surface area above the waterline, causing increased drift or leeway under wind pressure.

How is Windangriffsflächeneffekt used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Bei der Annäherung wurde ein großer Windangriffsflächeneffekt festgestellt; lassen Sie beim Anlegen zusätzlichen Spielraum für Abdrift und überwachen Sie den Kurs genau."

Why does Windangriffsflächeneffekt matter in maritime?

Windangriffsflächeneffekt 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 Windangriffsflächeneffekt?

Windangriffsflächeneffekt is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Windangriffsflächeneffekt belong to?

In this glossary, Windangriffsflächeneffekt 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

The influence of the ship’s exposed surface area above the waterline, causing increased drift or leeway under wind pressure.

Operational example

Large windage area effect observed on approach; maintain extra allowance for leeway and monitor heading closely while berthing.

Localized term

Windangriffsflächeneffekt

Localized example

Bei der Annäherung wurde ein großer Windangriffsflächeneffekt festgestellt; lassen Sie beim Anlegen zusätzlichen Spielraum für Abdrift und überwachen Sie den Kurs genau.

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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