External Communication

Perte de propulsion

Loss of ability to propel the vessel due to engine failure or other mechanical issues.

Quick answer: Loss of ability to propel the vessel due to engine failure or other mechanical issues.

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Quick answer

Loss of ability to propel the vessel due to engine failure or other mechanical issues.

Why it matters

Perte de propulsion matters because it supports clear communication in External Communication 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 Perte de propulsion?

In this glossary, Perte de propulsion refers to: Loss of ability to propel the vessel due to engine failure or other mechanical issues.

How is Perte de propulsion used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "MV Sunrise a perdu la propulsion, dérive dans le chenal, assistance remorqueur requise immédiatement, tous navires éloignez-vous."

Why does Perte de propulsion matter in maritime?

Perte de propulsion matters because it supports clear communication in External Communication 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 Perte de propulsion?

Perte de propulsion is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Perte de propulsion belong to?

In this glossary, Perte de propulsion is grouped under External Communication. 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

Loss of ability to propel the vessel due to engine failure or other mechanical issues.

Operational example

MV Sunrise has lost propulsion, drifting in fairway, immediate tug assistance required, all vessels keep clear.

Localized term

Perte de propulsion

Localized example

MV Sunrise a perdu la propulsion, dérive dans le chenal, assistance remorqueur requise immédiatement, tous navires éloignez-vous.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

Exam relevance

  • STCW
  • Marlins Test
  • ISF Watchkeeper
  • GMDSS

Target audience

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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