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? asked in EnvironmentOther - Environment · 1 decade ago

What are those searchlights for?

In your city you probably notice one of those torches at night, beaming from side to side usually located in front of a well-known building... or even at an airport.

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  • ?
    1 decade ago
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    These are flood light used by business to attract customers. Usually, they are used at Arena's to promote a band coming to town or a game taking place. They are not at all for communication purposes with Airplanes or any flying devices.

  • Lee
    Lv 6
    1 decade ago

    I'm not positive, but I'm pretty sure they're to signal to flying planes.

  • ?
    1 decade ago

    they are having a sale.... and people got out of control...... so the lights are calling batman..... they must be

  • ?
    Lv 5
    1 decade ago

    to attract attention

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