Question 364 Deck Safety

The correct answer is C) Someone is in distress in that direction and the vessel should follow and assist. This is the correct answer because the described maneuvers by the aircraft, such as circling the vessel 3 times, crossing the vessel's course, and rocking the wings, are internationally recognized visual distress signals. These signals indicate that there is someone in distress in the direction the aircraft is heading, and the vessel should follow and provide assistance as needed. The other answer choices are incorrect because they do not accurately reflect the meaning of the aircraft's actions. The plane is not necessarily in distress and ditching (A), nor is it simply indicating the best course (B) or dropping a package (D). The correct interpretation is that the aircraft is communicating the location of someone in need of assistance.