What is the use of a convection broiler?

Question

My oven has a convection broil setting. Why? Under what circumstances is it useful to have a breeze blowing over food under the broiler?

Answer 1

You might be warming something under the dish you are broiling

Answer 2

With large roasts (I'm talking bone in 20lb to 40lb) it could be useful. Although the meat would have to be tenderized and probably cooked at lower temperatures first. But it would ensure that the meat remained moist at a higher temperature while crisping.