Minister of Transport and Infrastructure, Abdulkadir Uraloğlu, announced that Turkey’s National Surveillance Radar (MGR) project, developed entirely with domestic resources, has successfully completed its testing phase. Minister Uraloğlu stated that following integration efforts, the radar system will be operational within the first quarter of this year.
National Surveillance Radar: A Milestone
Developed in collaboration with the General Directorate of State Airports Authority (DHMİ) and TÜBİTAK BİLGEM, the National Surveillance Radar Mode-S SSR (MGR) stands as Turkey’s first fully indigenous civil aviation surveillance radar. Minister Uraloğlu noted that tests conducted at the radar site near Gaziantep Airport, on Gaffur Baba Hill, were completed successfully, saying:
“After ensuring integration with air traffic control systems, we plan to launch the MGR in the first quarter of this year. This radar marks a milestone in Turkey’s journey towards domestically produced aviation technology.”
Enhanced Efficiency in Air Traffic Management
The MGR aims to address the challenges of Turkey’s heavily trafficked airspace. Designed to work seamlessly with the software used by air traffic controllers, the radar is expected to enhance efficiency in air traffic control services.
Minister Uraloğlu emphasized the radar’s export potential, noting:
“MGR will eventually be available for sale to other countries. Turkey is no longer just a producer of civil surveillance radars but also a global exporter.”
Designed to ICAO and Eurocontrol Standards
Compliant with ICAO and Eurocontrol standards, the radar can monitor both civil and military air traffic. Minister Uraloğlu highlighted its dual surveillance components and shared the following technical details:
“The primary surveillance system can process advanced radar signals up to 112 kilometers regardless of weather conditions. The secondary surveillance system can monitor up to 1,000 aircraft simultaneously within a range of 370 kilometers, operating 24/7.”
Reducing Dependency on Foreign Technology
By reducing dependency on foreign aviation systems, MGR will contribute to Turkey’s technological independence. Minister Uraloğlu stressed that the radar will enable the monitoring of Turkey’s entire airspace, covering one million square kilometers, with domestic and national technologies. Plans are also in place to deploy the radar across the entire country.
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