The first phase of the telescope, the so-called "Phase I MWA" achieved full practical completion in late 2012 and completed commissioning on 20 June 2013, before moving into full operations.
The initial stage of the telescope, known as Phase I MWA, reached a point of practical completion in late 2012 and officially began functioning after completing its testing process on June 20, 2013, before moving into full operational mode.