Thesaurus Term/Concept: RADAR BEACON
| Identifier | 93066 |
|---|---|
| Class | MONUMENT TYPE |
| Status | Preferred |
| Index? | Yes |
| Scope Note | A structure which allows aircraft fitted with radar equipment to 'home' in on an airfield in the dark or in poor visibility, and land safely. Radar beacons can also be used as navigation aids. |
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Instances/Examples (4)
| Context | Record |
|---|---|
| Monument Type | MEX1041110 Andrewsfield Second World War Airfield - HF/DF Site (Monument) |
| Monument Type | MEX1053463 Chain Home tower at Great Baddow (Listed Building) |
| Monument Type | MEX1041124 Second World War HF/DF Station, Rivenhall Airfield, Silver End (Monument) |
| Monument Type | MEX1039426 Site of Cold War VHF fixer station at Wimbish (Monument) |