Former Wind Radar, Esperance Museum, Esperance, Western Australia
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Aussiebrian
S 33° 51.599 E 121° 53.666
51H E 397733 N 6252818
This wind radar is part of Esperance Museum and shows the development of modern Weather Radars
Waymark Code: WM17Q9H
Location: Western Australia, Australia
Date Posted: 03/22/2023
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First used in 1963, this wind finding radar was used to track balloons in remote locations, thereby giving an accurate reading of wind speed and direction at this location.
They were used for about 35 years and a historical reminder of the development of the modern wind radar. This exapmple is on display outside the Esperance Museum which is well worth a visit.
Is the radar operational?: No
Radar Operator: Austalian Bureau of Meterology
Radar Type: Unknown
Radar Website: Not listed
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