Expert guides, product comparisons, and FAA & ICAO compliance tips on airfield, runway, and obstruction lighting from the Hali-Brite team..
Obstruction lights help pilots recognize structures that might interfere with flight operations, especially during low-visibility conditions. When such structures are far from an electrical supply, solar-powered lights provide a practical way to mark hazards without...
Pilots use wind direction indicators to get a quick visual indication of wind direction and relative wind speed near a runway, heliport, or other landing area. But if an airport wind cone sits in disturbed air behind a hangar, terminal building, tree line, or other...
Temporary runway or taxiway closures require clear communication both on the ground and from the air. Construction, pavement repairs, maintenance, snow removal, emergencies, and other operational needs can put a surface out of service for hours, days, or longer....
When an airport beacon needs inspection, lamp replacement, cleaning, adjustment, or electrical service, the structure holding it in place can make the job simple or difficult. A beacon is typically mounted high above the airfield to help pilots identify the airport...
A wind cone helps pilots quickly identify wind direction and approximate velocity before takeoff, during approach, and while operating near the runway or landing area. Even when electronic weather systems are available, a visible wind cone gives pilots a direct,...
When a runway or taxiway is closed, clear visual communication becomes a safety priority. Pilots need to know right away that a surface is unavailable, especially during low visibility, night operations, construction work, emergency repairs, or temporary airfield...
When a pilot is lining up for landing, visual guidance becomes especially important in the final moments before touchdown. Even when other navigation tools are available, approach lighting systems help provide a quick, clear reference for whether the aircraft is...
When you're planning or maintaining structures that extend into navigable airspace, obstruction lighting isn't optional, but a regulatory requirement. The challenge is figuring out which standards apply. When comparing ICAO vs. FAA lighting requirements, it's easy to...
Airfield lighting keeps runways, taxiways, and approach paths safe for every aircraft that takes off or lands, especially at night or during low-visibility conditions. When these lighting systems fail, even momentarily, pilots lose important visual cues that help them...
Aviation obstruction lights mark buildings, towers, wind turbines, and other structures that can pose a risk to aircraft, making them visible from miles away and reducing the chance of midair collisions, especially during nighttime or low-visibility conditions. To...