The dive flag was first used in the early 1950's
D.J. Dockery a former member of the U.S.navy designed the flag to use with his homemade Scuba gear. The familiar red flag with white stripe running from upper left corner to lower right corner has become known as the warning that there is a "diver down".
Dive boat that is restricted to its ability to maneuver
dive boat restricted in ability to maneuver
A dive boat that is restricted in its ability to maneuver
A dive boat that is restricted in its ability to maneuver.
A dive boat that is restricted in movement.
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The dive flag(s) that alert surface traffic that there are divers below (also sometimes the "code alpha") can be one or two flags. The First flag you would always see (if a flag is flown at all) is the square, red flag with a diagonal white stripe down the center. One you may see accompany the red/ white flag is a blue and white striped pendant.
On a dive boat, the blue and white alpha flag must be flown. Size determined by the lenght of the boat. Where divers are located, a red flag with a white stripe (corner to corner) should be floating.
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If the flag is not your own flag, it can be considered vandalism, which is illegal. Additionally, it is in violation of "Flag Code" contained in Federal Code. Violation of Flag Code is; however, not a punishable act. To read the "Flag Code," visit the Related Link.
The flag of Liberia - an African nation founded by an American - is very similar to the American flag.
The signal flag that indicates scuba diver below is the Alpha Flag. The Alpha Flag is blue and white. It is most commonly utilized in European countries. In addition, the Diver Down Flag, which is a red field with a white diagonal stripe is ued to indicate a diver is below.