FAR DECODED — GLOSSARY

BLIND SPEED

Definition

BLIND SPEED

The rate of departure or closing of a target relative to the radar antenna at which cancellation of the primary radar target by moving target indicator (MTI) circuits in the radar equipment causes a reduction or complete loss of signal.

  • See: ICAO term BLIND VELOCITY

Source: FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary (verbatim from the Federal Aviation Regulations).