The following are the meanings of the International Signal Flags
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| A | B | C | D | E |
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| I have a diver down, keep well clear at slow speed | I am taking in, discharging, carrying dangerous goods | Yes | Keep clear of me, I am manoeuvering with difficulty | I am altering my course to starboard |
| F | G | H | I | J |
| I am disabled, communicate with me | I require a pilot. On Fishing vessels, I am hauling nets | I have a pilot on board | I am altering my course to port | I am on fire with dangerous cargo on board, Keep clear |
| K | L | M | N | O |
| I wish to communicate with you | You should stop your vessel instantly | My vessel is stopped - not making way through water | No alternative meaning | Man overboard |
| P | Q | R | S | T |
| In Harbour, all persons should report on board as the vessel is about to proceed to sea | My vessel is healthy and I request free pratique | No alternative meaning | I am operating astern | Keep clear of me, I am engaged in pair trawling |
| U | V | W | X | Y |
| You are running into danger | I require assistance | I require medical assistance | Stop carrying out your intentions - watch my signal | I am dragging my anchor |
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| I require a tug. On a Fishing vessel, I am shooting nets | ||||
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