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March 19, 2026
POLAND ACTIVATED RADARS: Alarm in the Country! Devices Placed in TWO KEY LOCATIONS, Here's Why
The activation of the radars is part of an investment plan worth 1.4 billion zlotys (around 320 million euros) for the period 2024-2029.
TL;DR
- Poland activated two new radars near Katowice and Pułtusk.
- The radars aim to improve radar data and operational security.
- This is part of a 1.4 billion zloty (approx. 320 million euro) investment plan for 2024-2029.
- New radar technology will enable more precise communication between aircraft and air traffic control.
- All radar data is shared with military units.
- PANSA is responsible for civil air traffic control and develops civil-military cooperation for flexible airspace management.
- The activation follows recent airspace incidents, including drones blamed on Russia and balloons from Belarus.