PAR

Precision approach radar (PAR). Primary radar equipment
used to determine the position of an aircraft during final
approach, in terms of lateral and vertical deviations
relative to a nominal approach path, and in range relative
to touchdown.
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pproach radars are designated to
enable pilots of aircraft to be given guidance by
radiocommunication during the final stages of the
approach to land.

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