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International Code Of Signals

The International Code of Signals is a standardized system of signals used for communication between vessels at sea. It includes a set of flags, pennants, and signals that represent letters, numbers, and common phrases. This system allows ships from different countries to communicate with each other, overcoming language barriers and ensuring clear and standardized communication in various maritime situations.

Code Flag O "Oscar" Oscar Flag Meaning: Critical Man Overboard Signal The flag o , or flag...


Code Flag Q "Quebec" Yellow Code Flag Q: Quebec Nautical Flag Meaning & Port Clearance The...

Code Flag R "Romeo" Flag Romeo Meaning: International Maritime Signal Flag Romeo The code...

Code Flag S "Sierra" Nautical Flag S: Code Flag S Meaning & Signaling The code flag s , also...

Code Flag T "Tango" Tango Flag Meaning: Nautical Flag T & Maritime Signaling The tango...

The code flag U "Uniform" means ' You are running into danger . '

The code flag V "Victor" means ' I require assistance . '

"I require medical assistance." If you see the W (Whiskey) flag,  the boat has a medical emergency and needs help . The combination of the...

The code flag X "X-ray" means ' Stop carrying out your intentions and watch for my signals . '

The code flag Y "Yankee" means '  I am dragging anchor . '

The code flag Z "Zulu" means  'I require a tug . ' When made by fishing vessels operating in close proximity on the fishing grounds...

Each numeral pennant typically corresponds to a specific digit, and they are arranged in a specific order to represent multi-digit numbers.

The Numeral Pennant No. 1 refers to the flag or pennant that represents the digit "1" in the International Code of Signals used in maritime communication.


Each numeral pennant typically corresponds to a specific digit, and they are arranged in a specific order to represent multi-digit numbers.

The Numeral Pennant No. 2 refers to the flag or pennant that represents the digit "2" in the International Code of Signals used in maritime communication.


Each numeral pennant typically corresponds to a specific digit, and they are arranged in a specific order to represent multi-digit numbers.

The Numeral Pennant No. 3 refers to the flag or pennant that represents the digit "3" in the International Code of Signals used in maritime communication.