Tactical lighthouse

A tactical light or TACBE (from TACtical BEacon) as it is commonly known, is an electronic device used by the US and UK armed forces (special operations units) for several years. Its main use is to make contact with airplanes and helicopters that are within a short range.

It is used to send emergency or alert messages, giving a constant signal to aircraft AWACS, although it can also be used as a short-range communication device.

Whoever detects the signals of a TACBE, knows that someone needs help.

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