How+To+Send+A+Rescue+Signal(nir)

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 * __Commercial signal mirrors__**

Commercial signal mirrors come with special aiming devices. Here's how to do it. First, Stretch out one hand and form a V with your two fingers, Second, Move your hand until the object you want to flash, such as an airplane, is sighted between the V, And third, You Hold your signal mirror in your other hand, position the mirror so that the sunlight reflected off your mirror is going through the V formed by your fingers.

Another method of aiming a signal mirror is to use an aiming stake. Here's how to do it. First, Select an object, such as a stick, that is about chest or head high, second, you position yourself so that the object you want to signal, the top of the stick, and the top of your mirror line up, and third, you Manipulate your signal mirror so that the reflected light from the sun hits the top of the stick while maintaining the alignment in step 2.Once you have attracted the notice of your target, do not continue to flash them. The flash from your signal mirror is so bright as to be blinding.


 * __Star Clusters__ :** Star Cluster reaches a height of 200 to 215 meters, burn an average of 6-10 seconds, and descend at a rate of 14 meters per second. Red is the international distress color. Use a red star cluster whenever possible. Any color will let your rescuers know where you are.
 * __Star Parachute Flares:__** These flares reach a height of 200 to 215 meters and descend at a rate of 2.1 meters per second. The M126 (red) burns about 50 seconds and the M127 (white) about 25 seconds. At night you can see these flares at 48 to 56 kilometers.
 * __Mirrors or Shiny Objects__ :** On a sunny day, a mirror is your best signaling device. If you don't have a mirror, polish your canteen cup, your belt buckle, or a similar object that will reflect the sun's rays. Direct the flashes in one area so that they are secure from enemy observation.