Module 6 - Distress & Mayday
Voice Mayday Structure
A Mayday call needs the distress signal, vessel identity, position, nature of distress, assistance required, persons on board, and any other useful information.
Position is critical. Give latitude and longitude if available, or a clear bearing and distance from a known point.
- Mayday x3
- This is vessel x3
- Position
- Nature of distress
- Assistance required
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