A DSC distress alert transmitted on VHF is sent on which channel?

✓ Channel 70Correct
B. Channel 16
C. Channel 22A
D. Channel 67

Why A is correct

33 CFR §87.01(l)(i) specifies that a DSC distress alert is transmitted on VHF channel 70. Channel 16 is the voice distress and calling frequency, not the DSC channel.

Cited:33 CFR §87.01

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