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Hi Nick and Brian,

I'm researching the fate of Mosquito NT179. According to the Accident Card it was shot down by an Allied night fighter in mistake for a Ju 88. The remarks are the following: ‘Aircraft was not showing Resin Light (s?)’ ‘IFF (Identification Friend or Foe) not switched on.’

1. Any idea wat a resin light is in this particular context?
2. Did RAF night fighter pilots follow certain steps to prevent shooting down Allied aircraft. What were the rules of engagment if an RAF night fighter pilot was unable to identify a suspicious aircraft by its IFF signal. Was it a free ticket to shoot it down?
3. Were German night fighters able to trace the IFF signal?
4. Was IFF always switched on during flight over enemy territory?

Best regards,
Dirk