Basic Coastal Navigation
Author | : Frank J. Larkin |
Publisher | : Sheridan House, Inc. |
Total Pages | : 296 |
Release | : 1998 |
ISBN-10 | : 1574090526 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781574090529 |
Rating | : 4/5 (26 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: This clear and accessible introduction to coastal navigation outlines most of the techniques of piloting that are still fundamental to safe navigation even with modern electronic aids. Step-by-step, the reader is guided from simple to more complex piloting solutions. In addition to dead-reckoning techniques, the author covers tides and currents and explains how to use LORAN C and GPS. There are numerous illustrations throughout the text and practice problems at the end of each chapter. Key Advantages: fully updated new edition, perfect for sail and power, clear layout and instructions, comprehensive overage of all aspects of coastal navigation, review questions and answers, and suitable for self-study and Coast Guard or other similar courses.