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Mayday off coast of Mexico-rescued from catamaran
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Jonathan Ganz wrote: In article , Wayne.B wrote: On 25 Jan 2006 23:06:04 -0800, "purple_stars" wrote: it just seems like the only reason you "have to" abandon ship is the thing is filling up with water and is headed for the bottom of the ocean. Once you trip off the EPIRB and the rescue helicopter shows up things may be out of your hands. As I understand it, they can "order" you off the boat at that point. And, if you don't comply, they can open fire? :-) To be somewhat serious about this, I doubt they can order you off. They can strongly suggest it, along with outlining the consequences, such as revocation of your license, and them not planning on returning. I believe that's what happened with the Satori (Perfect Storm) rescue. -- Capt. JG @@ www.sailnow.com |
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