Wolf65 0 Posted December 23, 2007 This question has been on my mind since i saw the first low-viz marking. But what are they for actually? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mladuna 0 Posted December 23, 2007 So they don't stick out and make the aeroplane easier to spot. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wolf65 0 Posted December 23, 2007 So they don't stick out and make the aeroplane easier to spot. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sparkomatic 7 Posted December 24, 2007 - err...it is kind of in the name, eh? "Low-visibility" as in "difficult to see"... - there are rules in international conventions that say an airplane must be marked...just like soldiers must wear uniforms... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JediMaster 451 Posted December 26, 2007 Right, but those rules don't say "visible from XYZ distance." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mladuna 0 Posted December 26, 2007 Right, but those rules don't say "visible from XYZ distance." French Rafale M's are the best example. The markings are not visible from more than 50 meters of distance plus they look like the plane has been in continuous service for 20 years and the markings faded away due to sun Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sparkomatic 7 Posted December 28, 2007 rules also very by type of aircraft too it seems...look at an RC-135 and it still has the old-school "here I am" markings despite its tasking while fighters have camo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
