The Pilotage Service depends on the National Maritime Authority, as established in the Navigation Law of the Republic of Chile of 21 May 1978. Pilotage is compulsory for navigating inner waters, between Canal de Chacao and Cabo de Hornos. Pilots will normally be transferred at the below mentioned Pilot Stations. Pilotage is compulsory for navigating inner waters, between Canal de Chacao and Cabo de Hornos. Pilots will normally be transferred at the below mentioned Pilot Stations. However, agents can request embarking or disembarking at ports north of Canal de Chacao (Ancud), which has an extra cost, but avoids the cost of airplane tickets and pilot boat. Pilot’s assistance to Antarctica can also be provided. Agents should send their request for pilots to the Pilotage Of? ce in Valparaíso at least 72 hours in advance. Two pilots will carry out the assistance. ETA to involved Pilot Station must be updated daily to agent and maritime authorities, to avoid extra expenses or delays. Pilots are experienced former Merchant Masters and retired Navy Senior Of? cers; therefore, they should be treated as Captains. Masters are kindly requested to provide one cabin per pilot, located in of? cer´s area, with corresponding bed linen, and allow free access to Of? cer’s quarters, mess and entertainment areas. During navigation in inner waters, channels and fjords, in pilotage area, pilots will stand on duty in 5-hour watches. Pilots’ PPUs have approved software for navigation in Chilean inner waters.