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APS-503 Radar Azimuth – Range Indicator

Part of: APS-503 Radar

The AZIMUTH – RANGE indicator is a Plan Position Indicator (PPI) which provides display of the following functions:

a. Radar returns oriented to true or relative heading, depending on selection made.

b. A heading marker which is illuminated by the PPI sweep.

c. A continuously displayed bearing cursor and range strobe which allows relative range and bearing measurements to be made with respect to the aircraft.