What type of unit does an MRU typically exclude?

An MRU, or Mobile Radar Unit, generally focuses on deploying radar equipment for tracking and surveillance purposes in varied environments. This type of unit is designed to be flexible and adaptable, often operating in conjunction with other military operations for monitoring airspace and providing situational awareness.

Commissioned air traffic control facilities, which are typically static installations with specific infrastructure to manage and control aircraft movements, differ from the mobile nature of an MRU. These facilities are permanent and involve standardization, regulation, and safety protocols suited for civil aviation rather than military operations. As such, the radar capabilities of an MRU are not intended to replace or integrate with air traffic control facilities directly, which leads to the exclusion of these facilities in discussions about the operational scope of an MRU.

In contrast, operational military bases, mobile radar units, and ground support teams are more aligned with the context and mission of an MRU, as they operate within the military framework and may work collaboratively or in conjunction with the mobile operations of the radar unit.