Tuesday, September 9, 2014

M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilot House

The pilot house is where the the captain and bridge crew controlled the ship. Commands were relayed to the engine room, the spotlights were operated, and the observation platforms were used to survey the river banks. The crew used the various instruments to perform their duties and control the boat. Only authorized personnel were allowed in the pilot house.












Previous articles:
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Before the Boat
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Laying the Keel, Naming, and Launch Announcement
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Engines and Throttle Stand
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Fire Extinguishing System
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Plan Views
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Pilothouse Controls and Equipment
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Bell
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Horn
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Voice Tube
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Ships Telephone
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Instructions
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Atomic Attack Instructions
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Hawser Line
M.V. Sergeant Floyd: Block and Tackle

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