There are currently 35 names in this directory beginning with the letter F.
Fetch
It indicates a zone where wind keeps the same speed and direction. It is measured in miles by starting from the coast which the wind comes from and in relation to its motion.
Fire extinguisher
System made up of and under-pressure cylinder containing liquids, gas or powders to extuinguish fire
Flag
Generally exposed on the stern, it indicates the boat's nationality. If abroad, the flag of the host country is exposed on the starboard shrouds. Other flags can be used to identify clubs or signals
Flooding
Board water inside the hull. It can be an intentional decision to increase stability or an accidental event
Flying jib
Sail above the jib, sometimes defined yankee. On ships with squaresails, it is the third stay sail on the bowsprit mast
Fog
Condensed water vapor in cloudlike masses lying close to the ground and limiting visibility (less than 1 Km, otherwise it is called haze)
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