Automatic identification systems (AIS) are expected to broadcast all of the following information EXCEPT __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option D — port of origin
Ports of origin are static voyage-related data fields entered manually and transmitted every 6 minutes. Conversely, dynamic data packets containing ship heading, time stamps, and navigation status are transmitted autonomously every 1 to 10 seconds under SOLAS Chapter V regulations.
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