Decca DASR-1 air surveillance radar

Made:
England
maker:
Decca Radar Limited

Decca DASR-1 air surveillance radar comprising: 1) 2 x viewing units 2) Simulator control unit 3) 3 x power racks 4) 4 x wave-form generator racks 5) Target simulator plus control unit. Made by Decca Radar Limited, England. System employs 10cm radar

The Decca DARS-1 was a long-range terminal surveillance radar operating in the 10cm band. It was developed specifically for civil aviation to meet operational requirements in areas of high traffic density or where jet and turbo-prop aircraft were being operated. It was in use from 1958/1959 onwards.

Details

Category:
Radio Communication
Object Number:
1967-407
type:
radar equipment
credit:
Plessey Radar Ltd.