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JP 3-50 National Search and Rescue Manual Vol I - US Navy

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daylight weather. The primary advantage of this sensor over<br />

visual search occurs at night <strong>and</strong> in fog/haze conditions.<br />

Figure 6-13 illustrates typical SVR operation.<br />

2. FLARs typically scan a 60 degree to 240 degree sector centered<br />

forward of the aircraft. FLAR detection range is limited more<br />

often by clutter or signal-to-noise ratio than by horizon<br />

distance. Figure 6-14 illustrates typical FLAR operation.<br />

3. SLARs are usually capable of searching large areas to either<br />

side of the aircraft <strong>and</strong> include film or video records of the<br />

search for extended analysis. Figure 6-15 illustrates SLAR<br />

operation.<br />

Figure 6-13. Surface Vessel Radar (SVR)<br />

Figure 6-14. Forward-Looking Airborne Radar (FLAR)<br />

Figure 6-15. Side-Looking Airborne Radar (SLAR)<br />

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