Maneuvering

Angle Négatif de l’Hélice à Pas Variable

A controllable pitch propeller blade setting that provides astern thrust for stopping or reversing the vessel.

Quick answer: A controllable pitch propeller blade setting that provides astern thrust for stopping or reversing the vessel.

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Quick answer

A controllable pitch propeller blade setting that provides astern thrust for stopping or reversing the vessel.

Why it matters

Angle Négatif de l’Hélice à Pas Variable matters because it supports clear communication in Maneuvering 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 Angle Négatif de l’Hélice à Pas Variable?

In this glossary, Angle Négatif de l’Hélice à Pas Variable refers to: A controllable pitch propeller blade setting that provides astern thrust for stopping or reversing the vessel.

How is Angle Négatif de l’Hélice à Pas Variable used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Passerelle à la salle des machines : Réglez l’angle négatif de l’hélice à pas variable pour augmenter la puissance arrière lors d’une manœuvre d’arrêt rapide."

Why does Angle Négatif de l’Hélice à Pas Variable matter in maritime?

Angle Négatif de l’Hélice à Pas Variable matters because it supports clear communication in Maneuvering 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 Angle Négatif de l’Hélice à Pas Variable?

Angle Négatif de l’Hélice à Pas Variable is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Angle Négatif de l’Hélice à Pas Variable belong to?

In this glossary, Angle Négatif de l’Hélice à Pas Variable is grouped under Maneuvering. 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 controllable pitch propeller blade setting that provides astern thrust for stopping or reversing the vessel.

Operational example

Bridge to engine room: Set CPP negative pitch to increase astern power for rapid stopping manoeuvre.

Localized term

Angle Négatif de l’Hélice à Pas Variable

Localized example

Passerelle à la salle des machines : Réglez l’angle négatif de l’hélice à pas variable pour augmenter la puissance arrière lors d’une manœuvre d’arrêt rapide.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

Category

Maneuvering

Exam relevance

  • STCW
  • Marlins Test
  • ISF Watchkeeper
  • GMDSS

Target audience

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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