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MCA Regulations & Phonetic Alphabet Flashcards

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  1. What is the phonetic alphabet word for 'R'?

    Answer: Romeo

    In the NATO phonetic alphabet, the letter R is represented by 'Romeo'. This is a famous Shakespeare character and a clearly distinct phonetic word.

  2. What is the phonetic alphabet word for 'T'?

    Answer: Tango

    In the NATO phonetic alphabet, the letter T is represented by 'Tango'. This is a well-known ballroom dance originating from Argentina and is internationally recognisable.

  3. What is the phonetic alphabet word for 'U'?

    Answer: Uniform

    In the NATO phonetic alphabet, the letter U is represented by 'Uniform'. This refers to a standardised set of clothing and is clearly distinct from all other phonetic words.

  4. What is the phonetic alphabet word for 'V'?

    Answer: Victor

    In the NATO phonetic alphabet, the letter V is represented by 'Victor'. This is a male name meaning winner and is clearly distinct from all other phonetic words.

  5. What is the phonetic alphabet word for 'W'?

    Answer: Whiskey

    In the NATO phonetic alphabet, the letter W is represented by 'Whiskey'. This refers to the distilled spirit and is clearly distinct from all other phonetic words.

  6. What does the MCA's 'Safe Skipper' guidance recommend regarding radio procedures?

    Answer: That all skippers hold an SRC and file a float plan with someone ashore

    MCA Safe Skipper guidance recommends that all recreational skippers hold an SRC, carry a working VHF DSC radio, file a float plan with a responsible person ashore, and understand distress procedures before every voyage.

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