You are enroute to assist vessel A. Vessel A is underway at 5.5 knots on course 033°T, and bears 248°T at 64 miles from you. What is the course to steer at 13 knots to intercept vessel A?

Question

You are enroute to assist vessel A. Vessel A is underway at 5.5 knots on course 033&deg;T, and bears 248&deg;T at 64 miles from you. What is the course to steer at 13 knots to intercept vessel A?

Accepted Answer

Option A: 262&deg;. Executing a vector speed triangle for a target vessel moving at 5.5 knots on course 033°T from an initial bearing of 248°T at 64 miles establishes an intercept course of 262°T for an own-ship speed of 13 knots.

You are enroute to assist vessel A. Vessel A is underway at 5.5 knots on course 033&deg;T, and bears 248&deg;T at 64 miles from you. What is the course to steer at 13 knots to intercept vessel A?

You are enroute to assist vessel A. Vessel A is underway at 5.5 knots on course 033°T, and bears 248°T at 64 miles from you. What is the course to steer at 13 knots to intercept vessel A?