Drift Simulator

Watch how wind (leeway), current and elapsed time move the likely position and grow the search area. Rings show the search radius each hour; dots are 400 possible survivor positions with uncertain wind, current and leeway.[S1][S6]

2 NM (3.7 km)
Move the cursor over the chart

Search area over time (sq NM)

0 h8 h

Concept study for education and planning discussion. Not an official SAR procedure — always follow your rescue coordination centre, IAMSAR and national guidance.