Practice question

A VTS operator needs to visually confirm the navigation light configuration on a vessel that is reporting restricted ability to maneuver. The vessel is several miles away, and it is nighttime. Which technology integrated into the VTS is best suited for this task?

  1. S-Band Radar
  2. Automatic Identification System (AIS)
  3. VHF radio with Digital Selective Calling (DSC)
  4. CCTV system with low-light and thermal imaging capabilities

Answer: D — CCTV system with low-light and thermal imaging capabilities

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