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| Target 1, the strafing nets. Scoring is visual and sometimes can be done with binoculars but after a number of hits this becomes difficult and the nets have to be inspected at close quarters to assess accuracy. (© ESAG 2003) |
Target
1 from quad 6. The objects in front of the nets are markers for lining
up on the target. The run-in used to bring aircraft directly over quad
5 but after a couple of mishaps it was decided to move the approach path
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| Close-ups of the two strafe panels which comprise target 1. Each consist of a tubular frame made from scaffolding tube and a mesh panel. The picture on the left shows the remains of a berm which was used to protect sonic scoring equipment. Unfortunately, due to the layout and nature of the range, the equipment proved both unreliable and susceptible to water ingress as the area around the targets is regularly under water. This method of scoring is used at other ranges with varying degrees of success. (© ESAG 2003) | |
