What is Distress Traffic?
In this glossary, Distress Traffic refers to: Radio transmissions exclusively concerning vessels or persons in grave and imminent danger, given absolute priority on all frequencies as per ITU and SOLAS regulations.
How is Distress Traffic used in maritime?
In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "All stations, distress traffic in progress on VHF channel one-six. Cease all transmissions except those relating to distress."
Why does Distress Traffic matter in maritime?
Distress Traffic 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 Distress Traffic?
Distress Traffic is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.
What category does Distress Traffic belong to?
In this glossary, Distress Traffic 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.
