External Communication

Perda de propulsão

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

Perda de propulsão 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 Perda de propulsão?

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

How is Perda de propulsão used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "MV Sunrise perdeu propulsão, à deriva no canal, assistência imediata de rebocador necessária, todas as embarcações afastem-se."

Why does Perda de propulsão matter in maritime?

Perda de propulsão 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 Perda de propulsão?

Perda de propulsão is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Perda de propulsão belong to?

In this glossary, Perda de propulsão 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

Perda de propulsão

Localized example

MV Sunrise perdeu propulsão, à deriva no canal, assistência imediata de rebocador necessária, todas as embarcações afastem-se.

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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