Airfield lighting is an essential part of the aviation business. Like the aircraft that they support, airfield lighting systems have over the years increased in size and sophistication and the financial and engineering investment in the equipment is a significant factor in the cost of an airfield. It is inconceivable even with a further expansion of the use of avionics that the need for visual signalling will ever be eliminated. However, the time is opportune to review the efficiency of present systems and predict possible future trends. This Memorandum takes a critical look at approach and runway lighting for fixed wing precision approaches including maintenance standards and considers the needs for visual aids to support helicopter operations. The possible applications of new technologies to enhance surface movement, guidance and control systems is also reviewed. Keywords: Great Britain; Air traffic control systems; Runways. (KT)
Airfield Lighting: Future Trends
1988
22 pages
Report
No indication
English
Air Transportation , Aeronautics & Aerodynamics , Air traffic control systems , Landing fields , Lighting equipment , Aeronautics , Aircraft , Avionics , Commerce , Control systems , Costs , Engineering , Finance , Fixed wing aircraft , Helicopters , Investments , Light sources , Maintenance , Optical images , Precision , Runways , Signals , Standards , Supports , Surfaces , Visual aids , Foreign technology , Airfield lighting
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