Why Do Police Say Mayday
Although It’s Typically Known to Be Used by the Crew of Ships and Aircraft, There Are Some Countries Whose Local Government Organizations, Such as Police, Fire...
Although it’s typically known to be used by the crew of ships and aircraft, there are some countries whose local government organizations, such as police, fire safety department, and transportation authorities also use Mayday as a distress signal to express an imminent threat to life.
What do you do when you hear a Mayday call?
If you hear a mayday call, you should not transmit, but continue to monitor the radio. If a shore station – such as the local Marine Rescue NSW unit – does not respond to the call, try to relay the message and help the vessel.
When should you call Mayday?
MAYDAY – distress signal, requires the most urgent response. This signal is only to be used when a person, or boat is threatened by grave or imminent danger, and requires assistance.
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