When dropping or retrieving, use the autopilot to stay in a straight line with your string. You can use thrusters (LB/RB on Xbox) to adjust your position without disengaging the autopilot.
Managing a crab boat in requires balancing crew management, vessel maintenance, and precise fishing techniques. Vessel & Crew Management Deadliest Catch Alaskan Storm
Includes specific missions and long-term fleet management. When dropping or retrieving, use the autopilot to
Large crab boats burn over 1,000 gallons of fuel daily, making fuel costs a significant part of your overhead. Fishing Operations When dropping or retrieving
Use the plotter map to start a "string" (a line of pots) and maintain a speed of approximately 5 knots (or ~4.7 knots) for optimal spacing.