Flag F (Foxtrot)
ICS · F code word: Foxtrot pronounced: FOKS-TROT Morse: ··−·
In short: I am disabled; communicate with me.
Single-letter meaning (Pub 102)
I am disabled; communicate with me.
Morse sign
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Dot = short sound, dash = long (three times longer). Hear it in the Morse translator.
In plain English
The ship is immobilised or seriously restricted by a breakdown and asks for contact.
Where you will really see it
Failure of propulsion, steering or power: the ship is not fully in control of herself and wants to pass or receive information, for example to arrange a tow.
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The single-letter meanings are quoted 1:1 from Pub 102 International Code of Signals (NGA, public domain); the plain-English explanations are our own. Flag graphics: signal-flag-images (Unlicense).