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Aviation abbreviation

# Primary surveillance radar

PSR

ABBR · Radio communications and ATC

At a glance

## Meaning of Primary surveillance radar

PSR stands for Primary surveillance radar in FAA terminology.

### More about Primary surveillance radar

This abbreviation is used in radio communications and air traffic control. The English reference lists Primary surveillance radar with the abbreviation PSR.

FAA abbreviations reflect US aviation usage. Their meaning and permitted use can differ in documents from other countries.

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