The Bearing Rate Course Finding method

[Munchausen]

Originally Posted by Nisgeis

When stationary and tracking a target, the point it will be closest to you will be when the target's AoB is 90 (port or starboard) as that is the point at which its position on the track is the closest to your position.

Not always. Say the target cuts across your bow at about a 45 degree angle. It will be closest when on (or near) the bow and will be further away when AOB reaches 90.