Celestial Navigation

Knowledge of celestial navigation is required for an all
oceans route (more than 200 miles offshore) on a
officer endorsement. To qualify for an All Oceans route
on an officer endorsement as Master 200 tons or less
the applicant must have three years of total qualifying
experience that includes:
  • At least eighteen months on ocean or near
    coastal ocean waters.
  • At least 24 months as master or mate while
    holding any MMC officers endorsement as Master,
    Mate or OUPV.
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Additional Requirements for an Oceans Route

In addition to documenting this qualifying experience
the applicant for an Oceans Route must:
  1. Complete an approved Firefighting course.
  2. Complete an approved Radar Observer course.
  3. Qualify as an Able Seaman.
  4. Complete an approved Celestial Navigation course
    or pass the celestial navigation exam at a
    Regional Exam Center.

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