USCG Exam PracticeEstimated position from current set & drift
Under 33 CFR §164.11, which of the following items of knowledge is specifically required of the person directing the movement of a vessel underway?
- A. The vessel's fuel consumption rate for the transit
- ✓ Predicted set and drift for the area to be transitedCorrect
- C. The number of passengers aboard at departure
- D. The vessel's last drydock date
Why B is correct
33 CFR §164.11(m) requires that predicted set and drift be known by the person directing movement of the vessel. Current velocity and direction (§164.11(l)) and tidal state (§164.11(n)) are also required; fuel consumption, passenger count, and drydock date are not listed.
Cited:33 CFR §164.11