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Error de cruce de ruta

The perpendicular distance between a vessel's actual position and the planned track line, used for navigation accuracy.

Quick answer: The perpendicular distance between a vessel's actual position and the planned track line, used for navigation accuracy.

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Quick answer

The perpendicular distance between a vessel's actual position and the planned track line, used for navigation accuracy.

Why it matters

Error de cruce de ruta 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 Error de cruce de ruta?

In this glossary, Error de cruce de ruta refers to: The perpendicular distance between a vessel's actual position and the planned track line, used for navigation accuracy.

How is Error de cruce de ruta used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Puente al oficial de navegación: El error de cruce de ruta supera los límites, ajuste el rumbo dos grados a babor para recuperar la ruta planificada."

Why does Error de cruce de ruta matter in maritime?

Error de cruce de ruta 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 Error de cruce de ruta?

Error de cruce de ruta is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Error de cruce de ruta belong to?

In this glossary, Error de cruce de ruta 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 perpendicular distance between a vessel's actual position and the planned track line, used for navigation accuracy.

Operational example

Bridge to navigation officer: Cross track error is exceeding limits, adjust course two degrees to port to regain planned track.

Localized term

Error de cruce de ruta

Localized example

Puente al oficial de navegación: El error de cruce de ruta supera los límites, ajuste el rumbo dos grados a babor para recuperar la ruta planificada.

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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