Module 6 - Distress & Mayday

After DSC Distress

A DSC distress alert is not the full voice message. After sending the alert, follow up with the voice Mayday on Channel 16 unless instructed otherwise.

Keep listening. The coastguard or another station may respond with instructions.

  • DSC alert first if available
  • Voice follow-up on Channel 16
  • Keep listening for response

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