Annex


Planning a Passage 1. How far is it? 2. What time do we need to arrive? 3. What is the weather forecast?


4. How long will the passage take? Remember, progress upwind can be slow and uncomfortable.


You can steer a more-direct course downwind and make good progress. Boat speed 18 knots/Distance 60 miles = 3.5 hours. Boat speed 6 knots/Distance 60 miles = 10 hours. Will any of these hours be in darkness?


5. The fastest passage in a sailing boat is with a favourable tide. This could mean rougher water. Motor yachts are faster in a flat sea, even if this means a passage against the tide.


6. What allowances must be made for tide?


7. What hazards will be encountered en route, and how will they be avoided?


8. Prepare pilotage plan for departure and entry, preparing for arrival in darkness if necessary.


9. Will you be able to sustain your course if the wind changes direction? 10. Determine suitable ports of refuge. 11.


Is there sufficient fuel onboard? Consider hull speed. Ensure enough reserve fuel. Consider fuel efficiency. Speed vs fuel.


12. As skipper, when do you need to be on deck? Arrange watch systems around crew strengths.


13. Is the passage within the limits of you, your crew and your boat?


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