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Línea de giro del timón

A track line shown on chart or radar which, when crossed, indicates the precise moment to start the wheel-over so that the intended new course is met accurately.

Quick answer: A track line shown on chart or radar which, when crossed, indicates the precise moment to start the wheel-over so that the intended new course is met accurately.

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Quick answer

A track line shown on chart or radar which, when crossed, indicates the precise moment to start the wheel-over so that the intended new course is met accurately.

Why it matters

Línea de giro del timón 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 Línea de giro del timón?

In this glossary, Línea de giro del timón refers to: A track line shown on chart or radar which, when crossed, indicates the precise moment to start the wheel-over so that the intended new course is met accurately.

How is Línea de giro del timón used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "VTS Singapur: mantenga la derrota actual; inicie el giro solo después de que el conning muestre que ha cruzado la línea de giro."

Why does Línea de giro del timón matter in maritime?

Línea de giro del timón 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 Línea de giro del timón?

Línea de giro del timón is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Línea de giro del timón belong to?

In this glossary, Línea de giro del timón 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 track line shown on chart or radar which, when crossed, indicates the precise moment to start the wheel-over so that the intended new course is met accurately.

Operational example

VTS Singapore: Maintain present track; commence turn only after your conning display shows the vessel has crossed the wheel-over line.

Localized term

Línea de giro del timón

Localized example

VTS Singapur: mantenga la derrota actual; inicie el giro solo después de que el conning muestre que ha cruzado la línea de giro.

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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