Malaysia has partnered with Thales to enhance the radar capabilities at Johor Bahru's Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Senai airport. The airport, which manages around five million passengers annually, aims to increase operational safety and efficiency in a rapidly growing aviation sector.
Capable of tracking up to 2,000 aircraft simultaneously, Thales' RSM NG radar offers comprehensive coverage that is essential for the busy airspace in southern Peninsular Malaysia. The system integrates both Mode S and ADS-B detection technologies, significantly improving tracking accuracy while mitigating interference and reducing radio frequency pollution.
As part of the project, Thales is also installing two ADS-B stations, complementing the RSM NG radar and further enhancing air traffic control (ATC) capabilities. This dual approach aims to provide real-time information on cooperative aircraft, thereby fostering a more secure environment for air traffic management. The RSM NG's meta-sensor technology ensures reliable aircraft identification, even amid potential jamming or spoofing attempts.
Importantly, the implementation of this new radar system is designed to occur with minimal disruption to current operations. The seamless transition aligns with Thales's commitment to modernising air traffic management while supporting Malaysia’s long-term infrastructure development goals.
Moreover, as air travel continues to recover in the post-pandemic landscape, the upgraded radar capabilities will allow for better management of aircraft movements, ultimately improving safety for both passengers and crew.
