I intend to pass you on my starboard (right) side.
Two short horn blast from a vessel means that she is turning port and one short horn blast that she is turning starboard
They intend to pass starboard side to starboard side.
Passing on your right side.Signals are (number of blasts):1. Passing you on your left (port) side2. Passing you on your right (starboard) side3. I am moving backwards (astern)4. Danger, don't do that (answer to the other three if dangerous)One short blast means 'I am changing course to starboard.'Two short blasts mean 'I am changing course to port.'Three short blasts mean 'I am operating astern.'Two prolonged blasts followed by one short blast to mean 'I intend to overtake you on your starboard side';Two prolonged blasts followed by two short blasts to mean 'I intend to over-take you on your port side.'A long blast every two minutes is used when operating in fog.
you better get off that ship!!Two short blasts means that the vessel intends to leave you on it's starboard side. If you are in international waters it means " I am altering my course to port"
A two-short horn blast from another vessel typically signals that the vessel intends to overtake or pass on your starboard side. In a meeting situation, it serves as a warning to the other vessel that it is maneuvering and requires you to be aware of its position and actions. It's important to maintain vigilance and communicate effectively to ensure safe navigation.
The sound signals that it is a sailing vessel underway when you hear one prolonged blast plus two short blasts every two minutes.
Two short horn blasts typically indicate a warning or signal, often used in maritime or railway contexts. In maritime signaling, it can mean "I am operating astern propulsion" or indicate a maneuver. In railways, it can signal that a train is approaching a crossing or is about to change tracks. The exact interpretation may vary depending on the specific context and regulations in place.
Two short blast shows the intention to direct the course of their vessel to their own port (left).
I intend to pass you on my starboard (right) side.
Means it's about to turn to port.
Passing on your starboard (right) side.
When two boats meet head-on, two short horn blasts typically signal that one vessel intends to alter its course to starboard (right) to avoid a collision. This is part of the international rules for preventing collisions at sea, which dictate how vessels should communicate their intentions. The receiving boat should understand this signal and take appropriate action to navigate safely.