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The RYA Astro Navigation Handbook is the perfect guide for anyone new to celestial navigation or looking to refresh and update their astro-navigation skills. Designed to be clear, practical, and accessible, it isn't a dense textbook-it's a user-friendly companion that helps you "just get on and do it."This handbook is the official course book for the RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Theory Course, making it an essential resource for students and ocean sailors alike.Inside, readers will find straightforward explanations and guidance on key astro-navigation topics, including:The sextantThe celestial sphereThe noon sightMorning and afternoon sightsPlanetsPolarisWhether you're preparing for an ocean passage or simply expanding your navigational knowledge, this book provides the confidence and clarity you need to navigate by the stars.

Ever wondered how to master the art of marine navigation with precision and confidence?This book is a comprehensive guide on marine navigation, integrating both traditional methods and modern electronic systems. It covers essential topics like nautical charts, tidal streams, and passage making, ensuring accuracy and safety. Melanie Bartlett, author of 'The RYA Navigation Handbook', brings her expertise to those eager to navigate the seas proficiently.- Explains the use of nautical charts and their importance in navigation.- Describes the integration of GPS with traditional compass techniques.- Details the process of passage planning under legal constraints.- Covers the impact of tidal resonance on navigational accuracy. An educational guide for adults, providing the skills needed to navigate confidently and effectively, suitable for both beginners and seasoned sailors.Melanie Bartlett is a seasoned RYA Yachtmaster Instructor and journalist, bringing a wealth of practical navigation experience and a reputation for clear communication. Her expertise makes her a trusted voice in marine navigation education.

The Adlard Coles Book of Diesel Engines is aimed at boatowners rather than experienced mechanics. In clear, jargon-free English it explains how a diesel engine works, how to look after it, and takes into account developments in engine technology.The book explains how the engine uses simple processes to covert fuel to power, and then looks at the various sub-systems that allow those processes to take place. She also advises on tools, winterizing and provides hints,tips and helpful fault-finding tables. Systems covered include: fuel, air, cooling, oil, electrical, propeller and transmission and control.This fifth edition has been thoroughly updated and illustrated with new full-colour photos and diagrams. In particular the Common Rail Injection System is covered, which governs how the fuel system is constructed, combined with the use of electronics (as opposed to mechanics) to control it thereby meeting the need for cleaner, greener engines to meet emissions regulations.‘Strongly recommended for anyone who has anything to do with the diesel engine' Nautical Magazine‘A winner' Classic Boat‘The next best thing to taking the course itself' Motor Boats Monthly

From the author of the best-selling RYA Navigation Handbook, this is the RYA's official title to support the RYA VHF Operator's Short Range Certificate examination. It expands upon the quick reference VHF Radio inc GMDSS book (G22) to assist with a deeper level of understanding which will help you pass the exam.It details everything that sailors need to know about using VHF radios including how they work, the rules and regulations which govern it and the procedures that must be followed.In helping you prepare for the test, the book links the easy-to-follow text to the syllabus to give you all you need to know to pass the exam.The clear instruction and colourful illustrations make this complicated yet highly important subject much clearer and will help you learn the call procedures.This is an essential learning tool and ideal background reading for anyone taking a VHF course.Please note: This book is also included in the RYA Marine Radio (SRC) Course Pack.

RYA An Introduction to Navigation is the latest in the RYA's popular Navigation series. The book guides the reader through the basic steps of navigation so that they can learn to navigate successfully. It is therefore an absolute must for everybody, whether studying for the RYA Essential Navigation and Seamanship, or merely looking to refresh their knowledge.Chapters include:The purpose of navigationMeasuring direction and distanceTides and buoysPilotage and passage planning.Written by Melanie Bartlett, renowned marine journalist and author of RYA Navigation Handbook, RYA VHF Handbook and RYA Astro Navigation Handbook.