Radar Observer · Plotting — Aspect
The 'aspect' of a target in radar plotting is:
- AThe target's length
- BThe target's distance off
- CThe strength of its echo
- DThe relative bearing of own ship as seen from the target (the angle on the target's bow/quarter)✓ Correct
Explanation
Aspect is the angle between the target's heading and the line of sight from the target to own ship — effectively own ship's relative bearing from the target. It indicates which of the target's sides you are seeing (red/green aspect) and helps anticipate how the encounter and the applicable steering rules develop.
Authority: Bowditch (Pub. No. 9), Radar Plotting
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