Before ground testing an aircraft RADAR, the operator should:

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Before ground testing an aircraft RADAR, the operator should:

High-power radar beams can cause serious radiation exposure, so the very first safety step before ground testing is to ensure that the area in front of the antenna is clear of any personnel. Keeping the path of the main beam unobstructed and away from people prevents accidental exposure if the transmitter is energized or if the antenna sweeps or moves during tests. This is the priority because it directly mitigates a potentially dangerous RF hazard. While shielding and grounding the receiver, testing the transmitter with a matched load, and checking power supply voltages are important parts of safe operation and reliable testing, they do not address the immediate safety risk of radiant exposure to people in the antenna’s front path.

High-power radar beams can cause serious radiation exposure, so the very first safety step before ground testing is to ensure that the area in front of the antenna is clear of any personnel. Keeping the path of the main beam unobstructed and away from people prevents accidental exposure if the transmitter is energized or if the antenna sweeps or moves during tests. This is the priority because it directly mitigates a potentially dangerous RF hazard.

While shielding and grounding the receiver, testing the transmitter with a matched load, and checking power supply voltages are important parts of safe operation and reliable testing, they do not address the immediate safety risk of radiant exposure to people in the antenna’s front path.

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