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Originally Posted by MarkCK
I hate to advertise my ignorance but...I know/have seen the diver down flag many times. What does the Alpha flag signify. And is it alway used in conjunction with diver down flag?
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The diver's flag with the red field and a white diagonal stripe is the amature's diver's flag. Used mainly in the USA.
The Alpha flag
IS THE diver,s flag for every one. As in accordance with the International Code of Signals. Pub H.O. 102.
This pub is available on
line for naught or you can get your own copy at any marine store like; West Marine or even here at sailnet.
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