Examples of helmsman

• The position might be likened to t -tat of the helmsman of a ship, but that is no fair comparison.

• I spent five years in the merchant service both as a helmsman and an able seaman.

• Little did they know that the captain of their choice would prove such an uncertain navigator and such a dangerous helmsman.

• No records are kept on the percentage of these vessels that have been found under the command of intoxicated helmsmen.

• The helmsman was interviewed by an inspector who was fully satisfied of his capability.

• The helmsman had been on his feet for 50 hours.

• In those circumstances, good helmsmen behave with foresight.

• A helmsman is also required when the ship is not in automatic steering and must be immediately available to take the wheel.