Difference between revisions of "Geographical Range"

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Superseded by new definition from Guideline G1065
The greatest distance at which an object or a light source can be seen under conditions of perfect visibility, as limited only by the curvature of the earth, by refraction of the atmosphere, and by the elevation of the observer and the object or light.
 
 
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The maximum distance at which light from a light or other aid to navigation can reach an observer, as limited only by the curvature of the earth and refraction in the atmosphere and by the heights of the observer and of the light or aid.


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Latest revision as of 03:06, 3 February 2024

The greatest distance at which an object or a light source can be seen under conditions of perfect visibility, as limited only by the curvature of the earth, by refraction of the atmosphere, and by the elevation of the observer and the object or light.

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