Navigation General · Publications
Corrections to keep nautical charts up to date are published weekly in the:
- ANotice to Mariners (and the Local Notice to Mariners)✓ Correct
- BCoast Pilot
- CTide Tables
- DNautical Almanac
Explanation
The weekly Notice to Mariners (NGA, for ocean charts) and the USCG Local Notice to Mariners provide chart corrections, changes to aids, and navigational warnings. Charts must be corrected from these to be considered up to date.
Authority: NGA/USCG Notice to Mariners; 33 CFR 164
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