Developed in collaboration between TÜBİTAK BİLGEM and the State Airports Authority (DHMİ), this is Türkiye's first domestically produced and national civil surveillance radar. National Surveillance Radar (MGR), It is entering service at Gaziantep Airport.
Developed to manage the heavy air traffic in Turkish airspace safely and securely, MGR will make a significant contribution to Türkiye's defense and aerospace sector with its high technology and domestic design.
Key Features of MGR
The National Surveillance Radar (MGR) is capable of monitoring airspace 24/7 without interruption. MGR consists of two different radar systems: a primary surveillance radar (PSR) and an advanced secondary surveillance radar (MSSR) technology.
- Primary Surveillance Radar (PSR): It is a system that uses only the electromagnetic signals emitted by the aircraft to determine its position. PSR can detect and track an aircraft even if there are no devices on board. It can track aircraft up to 112 kilometers away.
- Mode-S Secondary Surveillance Radar (MSSR): It is a system that collects identification, altitude, and flight information by communicating with special devices (transponders) on aircraft. This radar allows for more detailed and secure monitoring of air traffic. It has a range of 370 kilometers and can track the identification and flight information of aircraft.
MGR can monitor 1,000 aircraft simultaneously and has the ability to report precipitation levels at 6 different rates.
The Spread Starting from Gaziantep
The initial MGR installation took place at Gaziantep Airport. Field acceptance tests for the primary surveillance radar system were successfully completed in February 2022, and field acceptance tests for the Mode-S secondary surveillance radar were successfully completed in December 2024. The system is planned to be put into operational service soon.
High Domestic Contribution Rate
MGR stands out with its high localization rate in hardware and software technologies. Critical components such as high-power amplifiers, a unique radar antenna, a dual-engine pedestal system, and signal processing software, developed by TÜBİTAK BİLGEM, make a significant contribution to Türkiye's technology development capacity.
Strategic Gains
The advantages offered by the National Surveillance Radar include enhancing airspace security, providing efficiency-oriented operational solutions, and reducing Türkiye's dependence on foreign sources. Furthermore, MGR offers a competitive edge as a domestic solution in the international radar market.
With the implementation of the MGR (National Surveillance Radar), Turkey is taking a significant step towards reducing its dependence on foreign radar technologies and strengthening its own infrastructure. This system, compliant with international standards, offers a technological solution that can be used not only domestically but also in the global market. The National Surveillance Radar reinforces Türkiye's independence in the aviation sector, while also contributing to national security and international competitiveness.
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