Airfield Lighting System

Item Name Code (INC) 68763

Indoor and Outdoor Electric Lighting Fixtures: Federal Supply Class: FSC 6210; NATO Supply Classification Class: NSC 6210
Lighting Fixtures and Lamps: Federal Supply Group: FSG 62; NATO Supply Classification Group: NSG 62
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A system which provides non-precision Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and Visual Flight Rules (VFR) capability with visible and infrared lighting outputs using runway lights, taxiway lights, and glideslope guidance controlled anywhere on an airfield by handheld radio control, from an air traffic control tower, or from an aircraft, and powered by either solar, battery, or generator power. The number of runway lights and taxiway lights used varies with length of runway in accordance with local requirements.

Additional Information for Airfield Lighting System

Airfield Lighting Systems are a type of lighting system specifically designed for use in airports and airfields. They are part of the supply class Indoor And Outdoor Electric Lighting Fixtures in the supply group Lighting Fixtures And Lamps.

Airfield Lighting Systems are essential for ensuring safe and efficient operations at airports, especially during low visibility conditions. These systems typically include a variety of lighting fixtures and equipment that are strategically placed throughout the airfield to provide guidance and visual cues to pilots and ground personnel.

Some common components of an Airfield Lighting System include:

1. Runway Lights: These lights are installed along the edges of the runway and provide visual guidance to pilots during takeoff, landing, and taxiing. They are typically white in color and can be either elevated or inset into the pavement.

2. Taxiway Lights: Similar to runway lights, taxiway lights are used to guide aircraft along the taxiways and to and from the runway. They are typically blue in color and can be either elevated or inset into the pavement.

3. Approach Lights: These lights are located at the beginning of the runway and help pilots align their aircraft with the runway during approach and landing. They can be either elevated or inset into the pavement and are typically white or red in color.

4. Threshold Lights: Threshold lights are installed at the beginning of the runway and mark the runway's threshold. They are typically green in color and can be either elevated or inset into the pavement.

5. Apron Lights: Apron lights are used to illuminate the aircraft parking areas, also known as the apron. They are typically white in color and can be either elevated or mounted on poles.

6. Wind Direction Indicators: These lights are used to indicate the direction of the wind to pilots during takeoff and landing. They are typically located at the ends of the runway and can be either elevated or mounted on poles.

7. Control and Monitoring Equipment: Airfield Lighting Systems also include control and monitoring equipment, such as control panels, circuit breakers, and monitoring systems, to ensure the proper functioning of the lighting system.

Overall, Airfield Lighting Systems play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of airfield operations by providing clear visual guidance to pilots and ground personnel.