Glossary Tags: Navigation

Weather Window

A weather window is a period of good weather suitable for safe cruising.

VHF Radio

A VHF radio is a communication system used on yachts for safety and navigation.

Underway

Underway means the yacht is moving on the water and not anchored or docked.

Skipper

Skipper is another word for captain, commonly used on smaller yachts.

Route Planning

A sea trial is a test run of a yacht on the water to check performance and handling.

Navigation Lights

Navigation lights are safety lights used on yachts to show position, direction, and movement at night.

Nautical Mile

A nautical mile is a unit of distance used at sea and in navigation.

Knots

Knots are the unit used to measure a yachtโ€™s speed at sea.

Itinerary

An itinerary is the planned route and schedule of a yacht charter.

Helm

The helm is the control area where the yacht is steered and operated.

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