She had a hundred and sixty-eight hours in which to reach Bombay, and the sea was favourable, the wind being in the north-west, and all sails aiding the engine.

• 蒙古号按规定应该在一百六十八小时内从亚丁开到孟买。而目前印度洋上的气候条件对于航行非常有利，海上一直刮着西北风，船帆有力地帮助机器向前推进。