Pilot boats on the Kiel Canal von Jens Fischbach – Photoclub - Fotocommunity Alternative und Fotoforum

Pilot boats on the Kiel Canal good English skills in speaking and writing,
reliability, and physical and mental suitability for the profession of a pilot.
Additionally,
experience in ship handling on the Kiel Canal,
experience in navigation, including coastal and inland waters,
experience in communication with shipmasters and other maritime stakeholders.
The training to become a maritime pilot takes 3 years.' role="button">

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Pilot boats on the Kiel Canal

Pilot boats are small, fast boats that transport pilots to ships.
They are about 9 meters long and have a draft of 1.60 meters.
They are equipped with a powerful engine to safely guide ships through the canal.
On the Kiel Canal, two pilot associations with a total of about 300 pilots are stationed.
Pilot boats are an important part of maritime safety on the Kiel Canal.

To become a pilot, you need a captain's license with at least 2 years of seafaring experience in a responsible position,
good English skills in speaking and writing,
reliability, and physical and mental suitability for the profession of a pilot.
Additionally,
experience in ship handling on the Kiel Canal,
experience in navigation, including coastal and inland waters,
experience in communication with shipmasters and other maritime stakeholders.
The training to become a maritime pilot takes 3 years.