marine vhf radio channels: Learn it - test it - check it
The most regularly used VHF channels that are definitely worth knowing:
| CHANNEL | USE |
| 0 | Private Channel, designated in the UK for Search & Rescue Organisations |
| 6, 8 | Inter-Ship Channels |
| 13 | Used for Bridge to Bridge contact for Navigational Safety |
| 16 | Distress, Safety and Calling Channel |
| 67 | In the UK: Small Craft Channel |
| 70 | DSC ONLY (no voice calling) |
| 72, 77 | Inter-Ship Channels |
| 80 | In the UK: used by most marinas |
| M, M2 | In the UK: private channel used by marina's, Yacht Clubs etc |
TEST YOURSELF:
CHECK YOURSELF:
learn more:
Via an Online RYA VHF / SRC Marine Radio Course
