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Middle French ''pilote'', from Italian ''pilota'', alteration of ''pedota'', from Middle Greek ''pēdōtēs'', from Greek ''pēda'' steering oars, plural of ''pēdon'' oar; probably akin to Greek ''pod''-, ''pous'' foot | Middle French ''pilote'', from Italian ''pilota'', alteration of ''pedota'', from Middle Greek ''pēdōtēs'', from Greek ''pēda'' steering oars, plural of ''pēdon'' oar; probably akin to Greek ''pod''-, ''pous'' foot | ||
| − | *[ | + | *[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/16th_century 1530] |
==Definitions== | ==Definitions== | ||
*1a : one employed to steer a ship : helmsman | *1a : one employed to steer a ship : helmsman | ||
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*6: pilot light | *6: pilot light | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | A '''pilot''' is a [ | + | A '''pilot''' is a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mariner mariner] who [[guides]] ships through [[dangerous]] or congested waters, such as [[harbors]] or [[river]] mouths. Pilots are expert shiphandlers who possess detailed knowledge of local waterways. |
| − | The master has full responsibility for safe [[navigation]] of his vessel, even if a ''pilot'' is on board. If he has clear grounds that the ''pilot'' may jeopardise the [[safety]] of navigation, he can relieve him from his [[duties]] and ask for another pilot or, if not compulsory to have a ''pilot'' on board, navigate the vessel without one. Only in transit of the [ | + | The master has full responsibility for safe [[navigation]] of his vessel, even if a ''pilot'' is on board. If he has clear grounds that the ''pilot'' may jeopardise the [[safety]] of navigation, he can relieve him from his [[duties]] and ask for another pilot or, if not compulsory to have a ''pilot'' on board, navigate the vessel without one. Only in transit of the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Panama_Canal Panama Canal] does the pilot have the full [[responsibility]] for the navigation of the vessel. |
| − | In English Law, ''Section 742 of the Merchant Shipping Act 1894'' defines a ''pilot'' as "any person not belonging to a ship who has the conduct thereof". In other words, someone other than a member of the crew who has [[control]] over the [[speed]], [[direction]], and movement of the ship. The current United Kingdom legislation governing pilotage is the [ | + | In English Law, ''Section 742 of the Merchant Shipping Act 1894'' defines a ''pilot'' as "any person not belonging to a ship who has the conduct thereof". In other words, someone other than a member of the crew who has [[control]] over the [[speed]], [[direction]], and movement of the ship. The current United Kingdom legislation governing pilotage is the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pilotage_Act_1987 Pilotage Act 1987]. |
| − | Pilotage is one of the oldest [[professions]], as old as [[sea]] [[travel]] itself, and it is one of the most important in maritime safety. The oldest recorded history dates back to about the 7th century BC.[1] The economic and environmental risk from today's large [ | + | Pilotage is one of the oldest [[professions]], as old as [[sea]] [[travel]] itself, and it is one of the most important in maritime safety. The oldest recorded history dates back to about the 7th century BC.[1] The economic and environmental risk from today's large [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cargo_ship cargo ships] makes the role of the pilot essential. |
| − | As the most challenging part of any ship's voyage is the passage through the narrow waterways that lead to [ | + | As the most challenging part of any ship's voyage is the passage through the narrow waterways that lead to [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Port port] and the final [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dock_(maritime) docking] of the ship. The pilot brings to the ship expertise in handling large vessels in confined waterways and expert local [[knowledge]] of the port. In addition to bringing local maritime expertise on board, unlike the vessel's captain, the pilot is [[insulated]] from the [[economic]] [[pressures]] (e.g., getting the ship from point A to point B on time, regardless of [[weather]] conditions, traffic, or other [[navigation]] issues) that can compromise safety. Instead of being part of the ship's crew, pilots are employed locally and therefore act on behalf of the [[public]] rather than of the shipowners.[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maritime_pilot] |
[[Category: General Reference]] | [[Category: General Reference]] | ||
Latest revision as of 02:37, 13 December 2020
Origin
Middle French pilote, from Italian pilota, alteration of pedota, from Middle Greek pēdōtēs, from Greek pēda steering oars, plural of pēdon oar; probably akin to Greek pod-, pous foot
Definitions
- 1a : one employed to steer a ship : helmsman
- b : a person who is qualified and usually licensed to conduct a ship into and out of a port or in specified waters
- c : a person who flies or is qualified to fly an aircraft or spacecraft
- 2: guide, leader
- 3: cowcatcher
- 4: a piece that guides a tool or machine part
- 5: a television show produced and filmed or taped as a sample of a proposed series
- 6: pilot light
Description
A pilot is a mariner who guides ships through dangerous or congested waters, such as harbors or river mouths. Pilots are expert shiphandlers who possess detailed knowledge of local waterways.
The master has full responsibility for safe navigation of his vessel, even if a pilot is on board. If he has clear grounds that the pilot may jeopardise the safety of navigation, he can relieve him from his duties and ask for another pilot or, if not compulsory to have a pilot on board, navigate the vessel without one. Only in transit of the Panama Canal does the pilot have the full responsibility for the navigation of the vessel.
In English Law, Section 742 of the Merchant Shipping Act 1894 defines a pilot as "any person not belonging to a ship who has the conduct thereof". In other words, someone other than a member of the crew who has control over the speed, direction, and movement of the ship. The current United Kingdom legislation governing pilotage is the Pilotage Act 1987.
Pilotage is one of the oldest professions, as old as sea travel itself, and it is one of the most important in maritime safety. The oldest recorded history dates back to about the 7th century BC.[1] The economic and environmental risk from today's large cargo ships makes the role of the pilot essential.
As the most challenging part of any ship's voyage is the passage through the narrow waterways that lead to port and the final docking of the ship. The pilot brings to the ship expertise in handling large vessels in confined waterways and expert local knowledge of the port. In addition to bringing local maritime expertise on board, unlike the vessel's captain, the pilot is insulated from the economic pressures (e.g., getting the ship from point A to point B on time, regardless of weather conditions, traffic, or other navigation issues) that can compromise safety. Instead of being part of the ship's crew, pilots are employed locally and therefore act on behalf of the public rather than of the shipowners.[1]
