Understanding a Nautical Chart

A handy guide to making sense of a nautical chart

Whether they are paper or electronic, charts are the most fundamental navigational tool. Making the best use of them requires a great understanding of symbols and abbreviations, as well as an awareness of the limits of accuracy in positions and soundings. How to Read a Nautical Chart not only helps you to read a chart, it allows you to understand that information and use it to navigate safely. PB 160pp

Written by a former Royal Navy Deputy Commander in Chief, Paul Boissier

Includes a full copy of the key to UKHO chart symbols (Chart 5011).

Understanding a Nautical Chart - Paul Boissier

£16.95

Sections

General - Chart Number, Title, Marginal Notes, Positions, Distances, Directions, Compass
Topography - Natural Features, Cultural Features, Landmarks, Ports, Topographic Terms
Hydrography - Tides, Currents, Depths, Nature of the Seabed, Rocks, Wrecks, Obstructions, Offshore Installations, Tracks, Routes Areas, Limits, Hydrographic Terms
Aids and Services - Lights, Buoys, Beacons, Fog Signals, Radar, Radio, Electronic Position-Fixing Systems, Services, Small Craft Facilities
Alphabetical Index - Index of Abbreviations, International Abbreviations, List of Descriptors, IALA Maritime Buoyage System
Chart 5011