And you mislead outrageously. It is of course quite simple on the west
coast. It is the nature of the coast. However we are dealing with a
"otnmbrd" wrote in message
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Jim Donohue wrote:
SNIP

On the other side of the equation in is reasonably easy for a gps
operator to maintain someting close to optimal clearance of hard stuff.
It is a complex and difficult task for a pilotage operator to do the
same.

Jim Donohue

LOL Only part I think needs clarification.
In coastal navigation (especially on much of the US West Coast), if the
operator knows what he/she is doing, it is neither a complex or difficult
task to maintain optimal clearance of hard stuff, under normal "piloting"
conditions.

otn


While I do agree that the west is easier than the east one must still
remember that
piloting in navigation involves frequent or continuous determination of
positon or a line of positon relative to geograhic points, and usually
requiring need for close attention to the vessel's draft with respect to the
depth of water. Iti is practiced in the vicinity of land, dangers, etc. and
requires good judgement and almost constant attention and alertness on the
part of the navigator.

Which part don't you understand otn?

Jim