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Old 8th Dec 2008, 10:54
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The correct term is "Surface Movement Radar", and yes, its function is to heep an eye on moving objects, both a/c and vehicles. The Radar head near the AVP [The Watchman] is a longer range Radar used by approach to vector a/c onto finals.
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