Manual recap: Use bearings, transits, and GPS anchor drift alarms to fix position and confirm alignment.

Overview

Chart reading is a core navigation skill that helps you identify your position and plan safe routes.

Key points

  • Take a bearing of a charted object to fix position (Manual p.79).
  • Line up a transit with fixed objects to confirm alignment (Manual p.79).
  • Use GPS anchor drift alarms as an additional safety check (Manual p.79).

Manual reference: page 79.

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