The hose messenger/position buoy is used in pairs in astern fueling. One buoy is towed at the end of the hose messenger to provide a visual indicator of the end of the hose rig. The other buoy is towed at the end of the position buoy line to provide a reference point for the receiving ship to maintain station.
| Estimated Weight Lbs | 72 |
|---|---|
| Hydrasearch Drawing No | C15542 |
| Material | Polyurethane |
| Navsea Drawing No | 4734260(NATO) |
The hose messenger/position buoy is used in pairs in astern fueling. One buoy is towed at the end of the hose messenger to provide a visual indicator of the end of the hose rig. The other buoy is towed at the end of the position buoy line to provide a reference point for the receiving ship to maintain station.
