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Alarma de Virada

An electronic or mechanical alarm that notifies the bridge team when it is time to initiate the wheel-over manoeuvre, usually at a pre-set waypoint or heading.

Quick answer: An electronic or mechanical alarm that notifies the bridge team when it is time to initiate the wheel-over manoeuvre, usually at a pre-set waypoint or heading.

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Quick answer

An electronic or mechanical alarm that notifies the bridge team when it is time to initiate the wheel-over manoeuvre, usually at a pre-set waypoint or heading.

Why it matters

Alarma de Virada 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

What is Alarma de Virada?

In this glossary, Alarma de Virada refers to: An electronic or mechanical alarm that notifies the bridge team when it is time to initiate the wheel-over manoeuvre, usually at a pre-set waypoint or heading.

How is Alarma de Virada used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Alarma de virada activada. Inicie la maniobra en el waypoint señalado y confirme la orden de timón. Informe la finalización al puente."

Why does Alarma de Virada matter in maritime?

Alarma de Virada 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 Alarma de Virada?

Alarma de Virada is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Alarma de Virada belong to?

In this glossary, Alarma de Virada 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

An electronic or mechanical alarm that notifies the bridge team when it is time to initiate the wheel-over manoeuvre, usually at a pre-set waypoint or heading.

Operational example

Wheel over alarm activated. Initiate wheel-over manoeuvre at the alarmed waypoint and confirm helm order. Report completion to bridge.

Localized term

Alarma de Virada

Localized example

Alarma de virada activada. Inicie la maniobra en el waypoint señalado y confirme la orden de timón. Informe la finalización al puente.

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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