Moving Map Functions

Expanding Square Search Pattern

The Expanding Square search pattern is similar to the Creeping Line Search. Rather than parallel lines, an expanding square is radiated from the Starting Waypoint according to the spacing between lines and at an angle selected for the Direction of Travel. You may select the following options:

￿Starting Waypoint

￿Pattern spacing (0.2 to 9.9 nm)

￿Direction of travel in 1 degree increments

Spacing

Start

Point

PAT

ENTER

1.While viewing the SAR Map page, press the PAT smart key.

2.Turn the SMALL knob to select the Expanding Square pattern type, if necessary. Press ENTER.

Expanding Square

Search Page

Press ENTER

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