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RACE SIGNALS
The meanings of visual and sound signals are stated below. An arrow pointing up or down () means that a visual signal is displayed or removed. A dot ( • ) means a sound; dots with dashes
( •  -  -  -  • ) mean repetitive sounds. When a visual signal is displayed over a class flag, the signal applies only to that class.
Postponement Signals
AP Races not started are postponed. The warning signal will be made 1 minute after removal unless at that time the race is postponed again or abandoned.
AP over H Races not started are postponed. Further signals ashore.
AP over A Races not started are postponed. No more racing today.


AP over a numeral pennant 1– 6 Postponement of 1– 6 hours from the scheduled starting time.
Abandonment Signals
N All races that have started are abandoned. Return to the starting area. The warning signal will be made 1 minute after removal unless at that time the race is abandoned again or postponed.
N over H All races are abandoned. Further signals ashore.
N over A All races are abandoned. No more racing today.
Signals Before the Start
P Preparatory signal. I Rule 30.1 is in effect. Z Rule 30.2 is in effect. Black flag. Rule 30.3 is in effect.
Recall Signals
X Individual recall. First Substitute General recall. The warning signal will be made 1 minute after removal.
Course Change Signals
S No later than the warning signal: Sail the short course. At a rounding or finishing mark: Finish between the nearby mark and the staff displaying this flag. C The position of the next mark has been changed.
Other Signals
L Ashore: A notice to competitors has been posted. Afloat: Come within hail or follow this boat. M The object displaying this signal replaces a missing mark. Y Wear personal buoyancy. Blue flag or shape. This race committee boat is in position at the finishing line.

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