Maneuvering

Distance d'Arrêt d'Urgence

Measured distance travelled from full ahead to complete stop using maximum astern power and rudder amidships.

Quick answer: Measured distance travelled from full ahead to complete stop using maximum astern power and rudder amidships.

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Quick answer

Measured distance travelled from full ahead to complete stop using maximum astern power and rudder amidships.

Why it matters

Distance d'Arrêt d'Urgence 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 Distance d'Arrêt d'Urgence?

In this glossary, Distance d'Arrêt d'Urgence refers to: Measured distance travelled from full ahead to complete stop using maximum astern power and rudder amidships.

How is Distance d'Arrêt d'Urgence used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Pilote au capitaine, vérifiez que votre distance d'arrêt d'urgence n'excède pas trois encablures avant l'approche finale, terminé."

Why does Distance d'Arrêt d'Urgence matter in maritime?

Distance d'Arrêt d'Urgence 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 Distance d'Arrêt d'Urgence?

Distance d'Arrêt d'Urgence is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Distance d'Arrêt d'Urgence belong to?

In this glossary, Distance d'Arrêt d'Urgence 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

Measured distance travelled from full ahead to complete stop using maximum astern power and rudder amidships.

Operational example

Pilot to master, verify your crash stop distance does not exceed three cables before committing to final approach, over.

Localized term

Distance d'Arrêt d'Urgence

Localized example

Pilote au capitaine, vérifiez que votre distance d'arrêt d'urgence n'excède pas trois encablures avant l'approche finale, terminé.

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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