Deck General · Bridge Equipment
A voyage data recorder (VDR) is fitted to:
- AContinuously record bridge data (position, heading, audio, radar, etc.) for casualty investigation✓ Correct
- BSteer the vessel automatically
- CReplace the magnetic compass
- DTransmit AIS data only
Explanation
The VDR continuously records navigational and bridge data, retained for the most recent period, to assist accident investigation, much like an aircraft 'black box'.
Authority: SOLAS Chapter V, Reg. 20 (voyage data recorders)
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