Again a milestone in the ultra-short development process of SMART-S Mk2, Thales' new surveillance radar: The first air picture is a fact (see photo). This is the ultimate proof that the 3D radar is starting to operate as a radar. Despite the fact that only 10 of the 16 powerbooks were installed, the radar easily reached a range of 225 km. However, the testing process is still far from finished. In addition to testing the air picture compilation, qualification tests are to be performed. Other items on the schedule include the flight trials and the actual operational tests with a test target that has a very small radar cross section. The radar will be ready for the Factory Acceptance Test by the end of this year. The second system, also destined for the Danish Navy, is presently subjected to harsh environmental tests. After that this system will also be installed on a test tower for the ultimate system tests.