Do standard Iridium voice and data services work during a distress call?

As required by the IMO, commercial services are "pre-empted" by Priority GMDSS traffic, meaning your distress call will take priority over other Iridium voice and data services. This is done by design to ensure the safety of your crew and vessel.

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