Handbook | Rya Navigation

The handbook is designed to bridge the gap between traditional navigation and modern electronic tools. It emphasizes practical application, with content aimed at ensuring safety and accuracy in navigation, including NMEA interfacing and electronic chart plotter usage. The book is structured to support the RYA's navigation syllabus and is often used as a core text for those qualifications. Purchasing Options (as of April 2026) R Y A Navigation Handbook | YBW Forum

Covers GPS, electronic chart plotters, traditional chart work, tidal calculations, and passage planning. Publisher: Royal Yachting Association. RYA Navigation Handbook

Originally Tim Bartlett, updated by Melanie Bartlett. Edition: 2nd Edition (2013-2018 reprint). Pages: Approximately 191–192 pages. The handbook is designed to bridge the gap