On line theory course to steer, tidal vectors and leeway.

Answer and working out for question 5.

At 1553 a bot returning to Hamilton is in position 45˚ 40' .10N 006˚ 23' .90W
a) Plot the 1553 position.

b) What is the magnetic course to steer from the position to the start of the leading line into Hamilton Sound
Position 45˚ 37' .95N 006˚ 13' .70W
The boat speed is 5.5 knots and the tidal stream is 185˚(T) 2.0 kts.

c) Will it take just under an hour or just over an hour to get there.

Date Tuesday 26th February

Start Position 45˚ 40' .10N 006˚ 23' .90W

Time 1153

Destination 45˚ 37' .95N 006˚ 13' .70W

Speed 5.5 kts.

Tidal stream 185˚(T) 2.0 kts