Flags: Signal Flags

Signal Flags

They can be used to spell out short messages or used to convey special meanings when used individually or together.

Flags are screenprinted using the PERMANENT disperse dye print system.

Signal Flags Type: Outdoor Material: 100% SABS Polyester Fabric Size: 60 x 40cm and 180 x 120cm

Meanings of International Maritime Signal Flags

The following flags are international signals used by ships at sea.

	A - Diver below (when stationary); I am undergoing a speed trial
	B - I am taking on or discharging explosives
	C - (affirmative)
	D - keep clear of me, I am manoevering with difficulty
	E - I am altering my course to starboard
	G - I require a pilot
	H - I have a pilot on board
	I - I am altering my course to port
	J - I am going to send a message by semaphore
	K - you should stop your vessel instantly
	L - you should stop, I have something important to communicate
	M - I have a doctor on board
	N - no (negative)
	O - man overboard
	P - the Blue Peter - all aboard, vessel is about to proceed sea. (At sea) your lights are out or burning badly
	Q - my vessel is healthy and I request free practique
	R - the way is off my ship. You may feel you way past me
	S - my engines are going full speed astern
	T - do not pass ahead of me
	U - you are standing into danger
	V - I require assistance (not distress)
	W - I require medical assistance
	X - stop carrying out your intentions and watch for my signals
	Y - I am carrying mails
	Z - to be used to address or call shore stations