Why Increasing Lighting Performance Benefits Runway Safety

Why Increasing Lighting Performance Benefits Runway Safety

By:Avlite Systems | May 11, 2021

The dependable performance of your airfield runway lights is essential. They must work in all conditions to maintain the safety of your runway.

The light intensity is set by the regulations in your region. Improvement in the performance of the fixture is down to improving connectivity, efficiency and robustness.

Continuous improvement through engineering development is at Avlite’s core and has allowed us to cater to our customer needs. They always need efficiency and durability whilst connecting quickly and reliably, utilising our unique AvMesh® RF network.

Our best solar airfield fixture – the upgraded AV-426

We will soon be releasing our redeveloped solar aviation light, the dependable AV-426. It has undergone a complete engineering overhaul, making it our most configurable aviation light.

The new AV-426 has completely new light head internals to gain both improved RF performance and energy efficiency. The RF performance and energy usage are also improved. Monocrystalline solar panels support this with a maximum power point tracker (MPPT) to enhance solar input into the battery for year-round sustainability.

Our tried and tested chassis includes a composite top and base for longevity and aids improved turnaround times and reliability. The AV-426 also has a battery life designed to exceed three years.

Available configurations and options include:

ICAO, CASA, FAA L-861 and FAA L-861E compliance
RF control
Infrared (IR) light output

GPS connectivity
Mounting accessories
External battery charge port
External on and off switch

The AV-426 will be available in the most LED configurations on the market, including:

Bi-directional Yellow and Red
Omni-directional Yellow
Bi-directional White and Yellow
Bi-directional White and Red
Omni-directional White
Uni-directional Approach, White
Sequenced Approach, White
Uni-directional Red

REIL – 90° Uni-directional, White
Bi-directional Red and Green
Omni-directional Red
Omni-directional Approach, White
Bi-directional Green and Yellow
Uni-directional Green
Omni-directional Green
Omni-directional Taxiway, Blue

Safety through durability

Comprehensive compliance testing has been conducted. The AV-426 conforms to the latest shock and vibe testing, IP67 rated and all photometrics for FAA, ICAO and CASA standards.

This is just the start of our upgrades for our airfield runway lighting. We look forward to sharing more airfield solution updates with you throughout the year.

Jens Ohle
Engineering Manager

Wade Evans
Product, Project and Solution Manager – Aviation and Digital

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The simplicity of the self-contained light and the option to use a PALC leaves no doubt why they chose Avlite helipad lighting.

-Jorge de Dios

It is a great benefit to our community to have this [Avlite’s helipad lighting system] installed and commissioned at CareFlight’s Toowoomba base. Avlite’s particular type of lighting lends itself to a lot of applications given that it’s easy to install, doesn’t require electricity as its solar powered and can be remotely controlled. It’s a fabulous technology, obviously a world leading technology and from my point of view, it’s great to see an Australian Manufacturing success story.

-Cr Mike Williams

For an aerodrome operator to provide equivalent night-use runway standards for the RFDS and other fixed-base users at around one-third of the cost of a traditional mains-powered runway and taxiway lighting system, there has to be greater recognised merit for this (solar-powered) alternative especially in a location like ours where it is sunny most days of the year.

-Jenny Kox

Our industry appreciates the on-going support of this Australian owned and operated company whose solar powered airfield and helipad lighting systems assist in the improvement of safety for both fixed and rotary wing aeromedical flight crews and passengers around the country.

-Graeme Field

As the busiest Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) based in the State [of Queensland], the benefits [of Avlite’s helipad lighting] are many. Not only does it [the system] enhance the safety of our operations, it also helps us to continue to improve our level of service delivery to the community and to our customers.

-Ashley van de Velde

These lights [AV-70s] have been a great asset to many outback communities that previously we were not able to access 24/7.

-Alan Benn

Just to let you know the new airport floodlight has now been installed for several weeks and the medical staff and Power and Water staff [who look after the airport] agree it has made things much easier and safer for night-time medivacs. Your assistance with enabling us to have this basic but important infrastructure is much appreciated.

-Stephanie Fielder

Since starting our distributorship with Avlite, we have gone from strength to strength with the great range of solar products and of course the fantastic support of the Avlite staff. It’s been a good year for us. May it continue.

-Eddie Lacina

Re: Avlite AV70 taxiway lights, are working really well. Thank you for your assistance in getting our ramp up and running.

-Capt. US Air Force

[In reference to more than 2,000 AV70 taxiway lights installed] Those Taxiway lights work great, we are not having any problems with those AV70’s. Thanks a lot.

-USAF

The lights are installed and are operating beautifully.

-Strathcona Airport

[In reference to Avlite radio controlled obstruction lighting] They are really neat to watch come on, they come on instantly and are a great addition to our pilot training school. The lights are currently set on medium intensity as high intensity is very bright.

-Airport Staff

We did install all of the lights. We even used a few red lights as obstruction markers on top of 68 meter power line towers. I finally found a high quality camera and took some photos. I will send them to you as soon as I can download them. We submitted some additional light orders to our contracting office, so you can expect to receive a bit solicitation from them soon. The lights are working great and we appreciate the support.

-US ARMY

[In reference to a visit to the Avlite production facilities] On arrival at Avlite I was greeted by the Sales Manager, and was treated like a VIP. I was given a tour of the production line and had a close look, and an in-depth explanation of all the components of the Avlite system. The staff were fantastic and very helpful. It was truly fascinating and I now have a good story to tell Wanarn community members on my return. I was also shown the vast range of solar system lights and other products that they make.
I have recommended Avlite solar lighting systems to many local communities and Avlite will be my first stop shop if the community needs anything regarding solar power in the future. Well done, and thank you Avlite.

-Patricia Granger

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