GMDSSA

GEO OBJECT CLASSES

Object Class: GMDSS area

Acronym: GMDSSA

Camel case: GmdssArea

Spatial: surface

Simple Attributes: CATGMD; SCAMAX; SCAMIN;

Complex Attributes: fixedDateRange; information; featureName; SourceIndication; textualDescription;

Associated information object classes: NIL

Definition:

An area defined for a global communications service based upon automated systems, both satellite based and terrestrial, to provide distress alerting and promulgation of maritime safety information for mariners. (Adapted IHO Dictionary, S-32, 5th Edition, 2048)

References:

IMO International SafetyNET Manual (2003)

Remarks:

No Remarks

Distinction:

RDOSTA, RDOSVC

Justification:
to be completed

Comment:

No comments.

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