Today a fair number of marine electronics still use the old National Marine Electronics Association 0183 networking protocol, which includes some AIS and autopilots. But the most notable are ...

When temps start to rise, and everyone wants to have fun in the sun, owning a boat can be a great way to cool off and enjoy an adventure with family and friends. You can get a great deal, especially ...

Lt. Peter Vermeer, commanding officer of the Coast Guard Cutter Anacapa, contacts his boarding team via VHF-FM radio while they prepare to conduct a maritime law enforcement boarding in the Icy ...

SEVEN WICKLOW RNLI members recently completed an intensive VHF radio procedure course which should be of use to them in future rescue operations. The safe rescue of anyone in distress relies on good ...

U.S. Coast Guard Sector Juneau operates a system of VHF relays designed to ensure distress calls over Channel 16 are heard by watchstanders. (Graphic by U.S. Coast Guard District 17) A network failure ...

There is a new way to check your VHF radio. Use Channel 27 and request a radio check as you normally do. The repeater provided by Sea Tow will respond automatically with your message and then ...