Joint routing on the nautical chart
Precise advance planning of the route to be sailed is not excessive care. On the contrary. Solas even prescribes it
In the British driving licence system, "piloting" and "routing" are even part of the examination. If sailing in the sailing area, i.e. in close quarters, the candidates must arm themselves with all available information and record their planning using their own notes. These alone should later be enough to get from A to B.
When leaving the coastal area, voyage planning - but not its documentation - is mandatory in Rule 34 Solas V, even for pleasure craft. You can find out what is involved and what tricks and aids are available in the new issue.
Lasse Johannsen
Deputy Editor in Chief YACHT
