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Powerboat ICC module 9 of 9

Short Passage and Weather

Simple route planning, weather limits, fuel margins, emergency options, and when to turn back.

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What to know for Short Passage and Weather

Build a powerboat trip plan with realistic weather, fuel, crew, and daylight limits.

Simple route planning, weather limits, fuel margins, emergency options, and when to turn back. This module is mapped to the published course boundary for Powerboat Theory and ICC Prep and written as an independent revision aid, not official training material.

Key Points

  • Powerboats cover distance quickly but can be exposed if weather changes
  • Fuel reserve is a safety margin
  • Turn-back points prevent commitment traps
  • Tell someone the plan where appropriate

Last reviewed: 6 July 2026 by Compass Revision curriculum review

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