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jamesinnewcastl · 13th Jul 2018, 9:22 pm

Hi Andy

I've read that the identification lights were used on or landing on the airfield, With R/T not being used the ident lights were a means of signalling intention and acknowledgement. And I suspect when being shot at by your own side with colours of the day.

Cheers
James

13th Jul 2018, 9:22 pm	#52
jamesinnewcastl Heptode Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, UK. Posts: 722	Re: Lancaster Bomber Radio signals and communications. Hi Andy I've read that the identification lights were used on or landing on the airfield, With R/T not being used the ident lights were a means of signalling intention and acknowledgement. And I suspect when being shot at by your own side with colours of the day. Cheers James