Dingli Radar, Meteorological radar station on Dingli Cliffs, Malta
Dingli Radar is a meteorological installation perched on the Dingli Cliffs on Malta's western edge. The circular facility collects atmospheric and flight data to support weather forecasting and aviation monitoring across the Mediterranean.
British forces established the first radar station at Dingli Cliffs in 1939, where it served as a critical air defense post during World War II. After Malta gained independence, the nation took control of the facility and adapted it for weather monitoring and aviation surveillance.
The radar station represents Malta's transition from British military presence to independent control of its airspace, marking a shift in national sovereignty.
The facility is closed to public access with warning signs about electromagnetic radiation exposure. Visitors can photograph it from outside or enjoy views from the adjacent cliffs, which offer distant perspectives of the installation.
The facility processes flight data spanning the entire Mediterranean, from Tunisia to Crete, making it a crucial node in regional air traffic control. This role positions Malta as a key monitoring point for one of the world's busiest aviation corridors.
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