Radar Observer Inland

Course Length: 32 hours
Price: $400

This is a 4-day course covers the methods by which the radar detects contacts and demonstrates the limitations of the radar equipment including the dangers of over-reliance on information derived from radar. The exercises used in this course of instruction will provide practice in the proper use of the radar and to recognize potential threats and determine proper action to avoid these threats in accordance with the applicable Rules of the Road. Students who successfully complete this course will be able to determine information on course, speed and CPA of radar contacts to enable early action to be taken to provide for a safe passing distance.

Any applicant who has successfully completes this 4-day Radar Observer (Inland) (MIDATL-396) course will satisfy the requirements of 46 CFR 10.480 for an endorsement as Radar Observer (Inland).

Course Tools Required

A clear mind ready to learn and retain a large volume of information.
Paper and pencil for note taking
A scientific calculator
Plotting tools

Radar Observer Inland