Question 1

A sensible passage plan includes ports of refuge because…

Accepted Answer

Conditions, crew or gear may force a change of plan mid-passage — Bolt-holes along the track — checked in advance for entry constraints like tidal gates, bars and lock times — turn a developing problem into a diversion instead of a drama.

Question 2

Fuel planning for a motoring passage should allow…

Accepted Answer

A reserve — commonly a third or more beyond the expected need — The old rule of thirds: a third out, a third back, a third in reserve — headwinds, tide and diversions all drink fuel.

Question 3

Before departure, the navigation parts of the plan should be…

Accepted Answer

Written/charted: courses, distances, hazards, tidal data, lights and contingencies — Wrote-it-down survives fatigue, spray and a dead screen: legs with CTS, dangers with clearing bearings, tide times, light characteristics for arrival — the plan sheet this app prints.

The offshore plan

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