ATC Surveillance/Communication Analysis and Planning.
Abstract
FAA-funded ATC Surveillance/Communication Analysis and Planning activities during the period 1 March to 31 May 1974 are reported. Under the airport surveillance radar improvement program, several changes to the FPS-18 radar were completed to improve its stability under variable prf conditions. The digital interfaces to the NOVA computer were finished and put into operation. System tests commenced and demonstrated good aircraft detection when operating on all but the zero-velocity filter. Correction of this problem is under active investigation. Precision altitude and landing monitor system tests were conducted. Some initial data were in good agreement with theoretical predictions; some in gross disagreement. Investigation disclosed a problem in two of the five antennas, and this is being corrected. Test results are reported. (Modified author abstract)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 1974
- Accession Number
- AD0783184
Entities
Organizations
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology