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Ligne de wheel-over

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

Ligne de wheel-over 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 Ligne de wheel-over?

In this glossary, Ligne de wheel-over 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 Ligne de wheel-over used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "VTS Singapour : maintenez votre route actuelle ; engagez la manœuvre seulement après avoir franchi la ligne de wheel-over sur le conning."

Why does Ligne de wheel-over matter in maritime?

Ligne de wheel-over 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 Ligne de wheel-over?

Ligne de wheel-over is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Ligne de wheel-over belong to?

In this glossary, Ligne de wheel-over 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

Ligne de wheel-over

Localized example

VTS Singapour : maintenez votre route actuelle ; engagez la manœuvre seulement après avoir franchi la ligne de wheel-over sur le conning.

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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