Airfields

What is HMALS? When you think of expeditionary airfield lighting systems, Avlite’s AV-HMALS® (High Mobility Airfield Lighting Systems) emerges as the ultimate solution in versatility and adaptability. Tailored to meet the diverse requirements of all military branches, this dependable and…

In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing global landscape, the ability to quickly establish and sustain operational bases is critical for military and humanitarian missions. One of the key components that enable this rapid deployment is expeditionary airfield lighting. These systems ensure…

The Airport Improvement Program (AIP) and Buy American Act (BAA) are two separate initiatives in the United States that overlap in their goals. Airport Improvement Program (AIP) funds are provided by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to airports across the…

Subject: Flash Technology Airfield Ground Lighting Moves Under, SPX AtoN brand, Avlite Systems. Date: May, 1 2023 We are excited to announce that our Flash Technology airfield lighting products will proudly be displayed under the Avlite Systems brand of solutions.…

Airfield damage repair (ADR), also known as rapid runway repair (RRR), is the process of providing a minimum operating surface after runway damage.  This vital mission presents unique challenges and risks. Using expedient methods, damaged runways must be rapidly repaired…

2021 saw the continuation of challenging conditions for the aviation sector. This year, more intelligent use of finite resources is the primary theme as the aviation sector begins its slow reopening. Major airports and airfields have taken the opportunity to…

Monitoring solar assets has a unique set of challenges due to their stand-alone nature. Unlike fixed assets, a wireless asset requires telemetry included for control and monitoring of your asset. This has traditionally been a good way to connect with…

Constructing a heliport is a significant infrastructure project and is core to safe and urgent transportation. Building a helipad requires many considerations, including: Safety Capacity Accessibility Regulatory oversight In this blog, we expand on our previous heliport article, “How to…

Lighting on an airport must continue to remain operational no matter the situations it faces. Landing safely at a destination is a non-negotiable, so reliable lighting systems must be available at all times. Having a backup lighting system can mean…

Increasing the effectiveness of aid is crucial for the success of a humanitarian mission. Rapid response and the right solution are the key factors when planning assistance in areas of the world in need. Food and financial crisis, water scarcity…

New to the market, the AV-HMALS® is the most powerful expeditionary lighting system available. It is a complete line of products integrated into a system. But what is it? And where can it be used? And how can you configure…

Historically, PAPIs have used halogen lights. But in the last decade, LED PAPI lights have entered the market. These lights provide numerous advantages over halogen models. We explain the key differences below. Comparing Halogen and LED lighting To start, it…

  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…

  This is the third instalment in our set of articles on different runways and their requirements. Category I (CAT I) Instrument Flight Rules are precision approach runways as defined by FAA and ICAO. Precision Instrument Flight Rules (CAT I)…

This is the second instalment in our set of articles on different runways and their requirements. Airfield rules series What Is a Visual Flight Rules (VFR) Airfield? What Is an Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) Airport? An introduction Instrument Flight Rules…

By Wade Evans and Mason Sugars Wade Evans is the Product, Project and Solutions Manager for Aviation and Digital.    Mason Sugars is the Product Marketing Coordinator for Aviation. The previous year was very challenging for the aviation sector due…

This article is the first instalment in our airfield rules series, which will look into the different runways and their requirements. Airfield rules series What Is a Visual Flight Rules (VFR) Airfield? What Is an Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) Airport?…

  By Wade Evans and Mason Sugars Wade Evans is the Product, Project and Solutions Manager for Aviation and Digital.    Mason Sugars is the Product Marketing Coordinator for Aviation. Avlite maintains a strong focus on delivering connectivity-enabled assets that…