luotsaus
Luotsaus is a Finnish term referring to the act of piloting a ship through hazardous or difficult waters. It involves a licensed pilot, known as a luotsi, boarding a vessel to guide it safely into or out of a port or along a specific navigational route. These pilots possess extensive knowledge of local waters, including depths, currents, tides, weather patterns, and potential hazards like submerged obstacles or narrow channels.
The primary purpose of luotsaus is to ensure the safety of the vessel, its crew, and the
The luotsi typically boards the incoming vessel via a pilot boat or sometimes by helicopter. Once on