Visual Air Navigation Facilities
Visual Air Navigation Facilities
Record of Changes - ufc_3_535_010002
Foreword - ufc_3_535_010003
Revision Summary Sheet - ufc_3_535_010004
Chapter 1: Introduction to Standards and Criteria
International Military Standards
Base Rights Agreements
Waiver Procedures
US Army Waiver Processing Procedures
Contents of Waiver Requests
Exisiting Facilities
Design Drawings for Visual Air Navigation Facilities
Chapter 2: Application Criteria
Table 2-1A. Visual Facilities AIR FORCE Airfield Requirements Matrix
Table 2-1B. Visual Facilities US ARMY Airfield Requirements Matrix
Table 2-2. Visual Facilities Helipads/Heliports Requirements Matrix
Chapter 3: Standards for Lighted Approache Aids
Pre-threshold Bar
Figure 3-1. ALSF-1 Configuration
Centerline Lights
Figure 3-2. Approach Lighting Photometrics
Table 3-1. Elevation Setting Angles for ALSF-1
Light Plane Obstructions
Configuration Adjustments
Power Requirements - ufc_3_535_010033
Compliance with International Military Standards - ufc_3_535_010034
Side Row Lights
Compliance with International Military Standards - ufc_3_535_010036
Figure 3-5. ALSF-2 Configuration
Figure 3-6. Block Diagram-Approach Lighting, ALSF-2
Power, Control and Monitoring
Compliance with International Standards - ufc_3_535_010040
Figure 3-8. SSALR Configuration
Associated Systems
Runway Alignment Indicator Lights (RAIL)
Steady-burning White Lights
Approach Light Planes
Figure 3-10. Light Plane Elevation Limits
Power Requirements - ufc_3_535_010047
Compliance with International Standards - ufc_3_535_010048
Power Requirements - ufc_3_535_010049
Figure 3-11. REIL Configuration
Compliance with International Standards - ufc_3_535_010051
Configuration - ufc_3_535_010052
Photometric Requirements - ufc_3_535_010053
Figure 3-13. PAPI Photometric Requirements
Considerations - ufc_3_535_010055
Table 3-3. Visual Threshold Crossing Height Groups
Control Requirements - ufc_3_535_010057
Compliance with International Standards - ufc_3_535_010058
Chapter 4: Standards for Runway Lighting Systems
Photometric Requirements - ufc_3_535_010060
Figure 4-1. Runway Edge Light Configuration
Equipment - ufc_3_535_010062
Photometric Requirements - ufc_3_535_010063
High Intensity Threshold Light Configuration
Figure 4-3. Threshold Light Configuration for Air Force
Figure 4-4. Threshold Light Configuration for Army
High Intensity Threshold Lights
Control Requirements - ufc_3_535_010068
Figure 4-5. Threshold Light Photometric Requirements
Configuration for Temporary Displacement
Configuration for Temporary Displacement -Cont.
Figure 4-6. Displaced Threshold Light Configuration (Permanent) Where Runway Surface is Used for Take-off and Rollout of Aircraft
Figure 4-7. Displaced Threshold Light Configuration (Permanent) Where Runway Surface is Used as a Taxiway
Figure 4-8. Displaced Threshold Lighting (Temporary)
Figure 4-9. Displaced Threshold Lighting with Co-located Threshold/End of Runway Lights (Temporary)
Compliance with International Standards - ufc_3_535_010076
Photometric Requirements - ufc_3_535_010077
Figure 4-10. Runway End Light Photometrics
Configuration - ufc_3_535_010079
Compliance with International Military Standards - ufc_3_535_010080
Figure 4-11. Runway Centerline Light Configuration
Figure 4-12. Runway Centerline Light Photometric Configuration
Configuration - ufc_3_535_010083
Figure 4-13. Touchdown Zone Light Configuration
Adjustment and Tolerances
Equipment - ufc_3_535_010086
Chapter 5: Standards for Taxiway Lighting
Taxiway End Lights
Figure 5-1. Taxiway Edge Lighting Configuration (Straight)
Figure 5-2. Taxiway Edge Lighting Configuration (Curves)
Figure 5-3. Taxiway Edge Lighting Configuration Entrance/Exit
Power Requirements - ufc_3_535_010092
Configuration - ufc_3_535_010093
Figure 5-4. Taxiway Circuit Layout
Figure 5-5. Taxiway Centerline Lighting Configuration
Photometric Requirements - ufc_3_535_010096
Long Radius Exits
Figure 5-6. Taxiway Long Radius High Speed Exit Lights
Figure 5-7. Taxiway Short Radius High Speed Exit Lights
Taxiway Clearance Bars
Location of a Clearance Bar Installed at a Taxiway Intersection
Location of In-pavement Runway Guard Lights
Location of Elevated RGLs
Compliance With International Standards - ufc_3_535_010104
Chapter 6: Standards for Obstruction Lighting
Figure 6-1. Obstruction Light Configuration, Height up to 105 Meters (350 Feet)
Figure 6-2. Obstruction Light Configuration Height 45 to 105 Meters (150 to 350 Feet)
Figure 6-3. Obstruction Light Configuration Height 107 to 213 Meters (350 to 700 Feet)
Figure 6-4. Obstruction Lights on Buildings
Intensity Requirements
Dual Lighting
Chapter 7: Standrds for Lighting Helipads
Figure 7-1. Helipad Perimeter Lights, Standard Configuration
Configuration of Landing Direction Lights
Figure 7-3. VFR Helipad Landing Direction Lights
Helipad IMC Approach Lights Category I
Figure 7-4. Helipad VFR Approach Direction Lights
Configuration of IMC Approach Lights
Configuration of Helipad Floodlights
Figure 7-6. Helipad Floodlight Typical Configuration
Helipad/Heliport Identification Beacon
Perimeter and Landing Direction Lights
Helipad Beacons
Figure 7-7. Block Diagram Without Tower
Figure 7-8. Block Diagram With Tower
Equipment - ufc_3_535_010126
Chapter 8: Standards for lighting Heliports
Rotary Wing Landing Lanes (formerly Stagefields)
Figure 8-3. Heliport Threshold and Edge Light Details
Heliport/Helipad Identification Beacon
Threshold/End Lights
In-pavement Runway Lights
Runway and Taxiway Signs
Control Requirements - ufc_3_535_010134
Equipment - ufc_3_535_010135
Figure 8-4. Block Diagram Typical System
Chapter 9: Standards for Airfield Signs and Markers
Arresting Gear Markers
Installation - ufc_3_535_010139
Dimensions
Taxiway Guidance and Information Signs
Installation - ufc_3_535_010142
Figure 9-2. Typical Taxiway Guidance and Information Signs
Characteristics - ufc_3_535_010144
Installation - ufc_3_535_010145
Figure 9-3. Typical Location Signs
Power and Control
Signing Conventions For Airfield Signs
Signing Conventions For Airfield Signs -Cont.
Figure 9-4. Examples of Signing Conventions
Figure 9-5. Signing Examples
Figure 9-6. TACAN Sign Location
Installation - ufc_3_535_010153
Characteristics - ufc_3_535_010154
Figure 9-8. RDM Layout Configuration
Night VFR operations
Characteristics - ufc_3_535_010157
Figure 9-9. Arresting Gear Marker (AGM) Configuration
Characteristics - ufc_3_535_010159
Additional Information
Chapter 10: Miscellaneous Lighted Visual Aids
Photometric Requirements - ufc_3_535_010162
Compliance with International Military Standards - ufc_3_535_010163
Control Requirements - ufc_3_535_010164
Fixed Floodlights Glare Control
Protective and Security Lighting
Chapter 11: Portable Emergency Lighting
Fixtures - ufc_3_535_010168
Chapter 12: Design and Installation Guidelines
Counterpoise Criteria
Main Lighting Vault
Table 12-1. Considerations for Cable and Duct Installation
Vault Wiring Safety
Short Circuit Analysis
Airfield Lighting Control
Figure 12-2. Installation Plan, Power Equipment
Control Circuitry
Figure 12-3. Power and Control System Block Diagram
Figure 12-4. Computerized Control System using PLC Block Diagram
Figure 12-5. Computerized Control System using PC Block Diagram
Table 12-2. Intensity Requirement Levels for Various Circuits
FAA Advisory Circulars (ACs)
Considerations - ufc_3_535_010183
Runway Gradient
Figure 12-6. Siting PAPI without an ILS Glide Slope (1 of 2)
Figure 12-6. Siting PAPI without an ILS Glide Slope (2 of 2)
Figure 12-7. PAPI Positioning Guidance
Mounting Height Tolerance
Table 12-3. Aiming of FAA Type L-880 PAPI Relative to Glide Pat
Table 12-4. Maximum Allowable Non-Armored Cable Pulling Tension, Using Dynamometer
Ice Damage Prevention
Chapter 13: Qualifying Equipment
Pilot Relay Cabinets
Mounting Bases and Transformer Housings
Equipment for Approach Light Systems
Short Approach Lighting System (SALS)
Figure 13-1. CIE Color Coordinate Diagram
Figure 13-2. FAA-E-982, Elevated, Uni-directional, PAR-56, Lamp Holder
Figure 13-4. FAA-L-850D, In-pavement, Bi-directional
Light Fixture Supports, 0 to 12 Meters (40 Feet)
Figure 13-6. FAA-E-2325, Elevated, Uni-directional, PAR-38 Lamp Holder
Figure 13-7. FAA-L-850B, In-pavement, Uni-directional
Runway End Identifier Lights (REIL)
Figure 13-8. FAA-L-859F, Omni-directional, Flashing
In-pavement Fixtures
Figure 13-10. FAA L-862, Elevated, Bi-directional
Figure 13-11. FAA L-850C, In-pavement, Bi-directional
Figure 13-13. FAA L-852, (A, B, C, D), In-pavement, Bi-directional
Figure 13-14. FAA L-861SE, Elevated, Bi-directional
Figure 13-15. FAA L-850A, In-pavement, Bi-directional
Figure 13-16. FAA L-852N, In-pavement, Bi-directional (Hook-resistant)
Figure 13-17. Runway Distance Markers
Figure 13-18. FAA L-858B, Sign, Elevated, AGM
Figure 13-19. FAA L-861T, Elevated, Omni-directional
Figure 13-20. FAA L-852, In-pavement, Bi-directional, Uni-directional
Figure 13-21. FAA L-852E, In-pavement, Omni-directional
Figure 13-23. FAA L-858R, Sign, Taxiway, Mandatory
Figure 13-24. FAA L-858L, Sign, Taxiway, Location
Figure 13-26. MIL-L-7158, Airfield Beacon, Rotating
Figure 13-27. MIL-L-6273, G1, Beacon, Code, Flashing
Figure 13-28. FAA L-806, Windcone, 2.4 Meter (8 Foot)
Figure 13-29. FAA L-807, Windcone, 3.6 Meter (12 Foot)
High Intensity Day Marking Light
Helipad Lighting Equipment
Figure 13-32. FAA L-801H, Beacon, Rotating, Helipad
Table 13-1. List of FAA Advisory Circulars
Table 13-2. List of Standards, Specifications, and Drawings
Constant Current Regulator
Circuit Selector Switch
Runway and Taxiway Guidance Signs
Computerized Control Systems
Event Recording Devices
Table 13-3. AGL Control System Response Times
Chapter 14: Air Facility Equipment Inspection and Testing
Personal Safety Precautions
Visual Inspection Checklists
Table 14-1. Checklist for High Intensity Runway Lighting (Elevated, Base Mounted)
Table 14-2. Checklist for In-pavement Lights
Table 14-2. Checklist for In-pavement Lights (Cont.)
Table 14-3. Checklist for Medium/Low Intensity Runway and Taxiway Lighting (Elevated, Base Mounted)
Table 14-4. Checklist for Lighted Guidance Signs
Table 14-5. Checklist for REIL
Table 14-6. Checklist for PAPI
Table 14-6. Checklist for PAPI (Cont.)
Table 14-7. Checklist for Underground Cable and Duct
Table 14-7. Checklist for Underground Cable and Duct (Cont.)
Table 14-8. Checklist for Vault. (1 of 4)
Table 14-8. Checklist for Vault (Cont., 2 of 4)
Table 14-8. Checklist for Vault (Cont., 3 of 4)
Table 14-8. Checklist for Vault (Cont., 4 of 4)
Cable Electrical Tests
Table 14-9. Cable/Circuit Test Procedures
Regulator Electrical Tests
Regulator Electrical Tests -Cont.
Lighting Fixture Inspection
Additional Guidance
Chapter 15: Characteristics of Airfield Ground Lighting
Chapter 15: Characteristics of Airfield Ground Lighting -Cont.
Figure 15-1. Typical AGL Layout
Figure 15-2. Typical AGL Series Lighting Circuit
Control and Monitoring Systems
Constant Current Series Circuits
Constant Current Regulators
Figure 15-3. Series Circuits
Table 15-1. 5-Step 20-ampere Circuit (FAA Class 2, Style 2)
Sizing the Regulator When Reil are Connected to the Circuit
Transformers - ufc_3_535_010267
Transformers -Cont.
Figure 15-4. Sample Calculation of CCR Test Data
Figure 15-4. Sample Calculation of CCR Test Data (Cont.)
Table 15-4. AGL Series Circuit Load Calculation Data Sheet
Elevated Light Fixtures
Parallel Circuits
Current and Voltage on Series Circuits
Current and Voltage on Series Circuits -Cont.
Figure 15-5. Current and Voltage Illustration
Selection of 6.6 Versus 20 Amperes System
Considerations for Circuit Design
Single Circuit per Lighting System
Figure 15-6. Photometric Isocandela Curves
Photometric Testing of Existing Lighting Systems
Photometric Testing of Existing Lighting Systems -Cont.
Glossary - ufc_3_535_010283
Glossary -Cont. - ufc_3_535_010284
Glossary -Cont.
Glossary -Cont. - ufc_3_535_010286
Appendix A: References - ufc_3_535_010287
Appendix A: References -Cont. - ufc_3_535_010288
Appendix A: References -Cont. - ufc_3_535_010289
Visual Air Navigation Facilities
Record of Changes - ufc_3_535_010002
Foreword - ufc_3_535_010003
Revision Summary Sheet - ufc_3_535_010004
Chapter 1: Introduction to Standards and Criteria
International Military Standards
Base Rights Agreements
Waiver Procedures
US Army Waiver Processing Procedures
Contents of Waiver Requests
Exisiting Facilities
Design Drawings for Visual Air Navigation Facilities
Chapter 2: Application Criteria
Table 2-1A. Visual Facilities AIR FORCE Airfield Requirements Matrix
Table 2-1B. Visual Facilities US ARMY Airfield Requirements Matrix
Table 2-2. Visual Facilities Helipads/Heliports Requirements Matrix
Chapter 3: Standards for Lighted Approache Aids
Pre-threshold Bar
Figure 3-1. ALSF-1 Configuration
Centerline Lights
Figure 3-2. Approach Lighting Photometrics
Table 3-1. Elevation Setting Angles for ALSF-1
Light Plane Obstructions
Configuration Adjustments
Power Requirements - ufc_3_535_010033
Compliance with International Military Standards - ufc_3_535_010034
Side Row Lights
Compliance with International Military Standards - ufc_3_535_010036
Figure 3-5. ALSF-2 Configuration
Figure 3-6. Block Diagram-Approach Lighting, ALSF-2
Power, Control and Monitoring
Compliance with International Standards - ufc_3_535_010040
Figure 3-8. SSALR Configuration
Associated Systems
Runway Alignment Indicator Lights (RAIL)
Steady-burning White Lights
Approach Light Planes
Figure 3-10. Light Plane Elevation Limits
Power Requirements - ufc_3_535_010047
Compliance with International Standards - ufc_3_535_010048
Power Requirements - ufc_3_535_010049
Figure 3-11. REIL Configuration
Compliance with International Standards - ufc_3_535_010051
Configuration - ufc_3_535_010052
Photometric Requirements - ufc_3_535_010053
Figure 3-13. PAPI Photometric Requirements
Considerations - ufc_3_535_010055
Table 3-3. Visual Threshold Crossing Height Groups
Control Requirements - ufc_3_535_010057
Compliance with International Standards - ufc_3_535_010058
Chapter 4: Standards for Runway Lighting Systems
Photometric Requirements - ufc_3_535_010060
Figure 4-1. Runway Edge Light Configuration
Equipment - ufc_3_535_010062
Photometric Requirements - ufc_3_535_010063
High Intensity Threshold Light Configuration
Figure 4-3. Threshold Light Configuration for Air Force
Figure 4-4. Threshold Light Configuration for Army
High Intensity Threshold Lights
Control Requirements - ufc_3_535_010068
Figure 4-5. Threshold Light Photometric Requirements
Configuration for Temporary Displacement
Configuration for Temporary Displacement -Cont.
Figure 4-6. Displaced Threshold Light Configuration (Permanent) Where Runway Surface is Used for Take-off and Rollout of Aircraft
Figure 4-7. Displaced Threshold Light Configuration (Permanent) Where Runway Surface is Used as a Taxiway
Figure 4-8. Displaced Threshold Lighting (Temporary)
Figure 4-9. Displaced Threshold Lighting with Co-located Threshold/End of Runway Lights (Temporary)
Compliance with International Standards - ufc_3_535_010076
Photometric Requirements - ufc_3_535_010077
Figure 4-10. Runway End Light Photometrics
Configuration - ufc_3_535_010079
Compliance with International Military Standards - ufc_3_535_010080
Figure 4-11. Runway Centerline Light Configuration
Figure 4-12. Runway Centerline Light Photometric Configuration
Configuration - ufc_3_535_010083
Figure 4-13. Touchdown Zone Light Configuration
Adjustment and Tolerances
Equipment - ufc_3_535_010086
Chapter 5: Standards for Taxiway Lighting
Taxiway End Lights
Figure 5-1. Taxiway Edge Lighting Configuration (Straight)
Figure 5-2. Taxiway Edge Lighting Configuration (Curves)
Figure 5-3. Taxiway Edge Lighting Configuration Entrance/Exit
Power Requirements - ufc_3_535_010092
Configuration - ufc_3_535_010093
Figure 5-4. Taxiway Circuit Layout
Figure 5-5. Taxiway Centerline Lighting Configuration
Photometric Requirements - ufc_3_535_010096
Long Radius Exits
Figure 5-6. Taxiway Long Radius High Speed Exit Lights
Figure 5-7. Taxiway Short Radius High Speed Exit Lights
Taxiway Clearance Bars
Location of a Clearance Bar Installed at a Taxiway Intersection
Location of In-pavement Runway Guard Lights
Location of Elevated RGLs
Compliance With International Standards - ufc_3_535_010104
Chapter 6: Standards for Obstruction Lighting
Figure 6-1. Obstruction Light Configuration, Height up to 105 Meters (350 Feet)
Figure 6-2. Obstruction Light Configuration Height 45 to 105 Meters (150 to 350 Feet)
Figure 6-3. Obstruction Light Configuration Height 107 to 213 Meters (350 to 700 Feet)
Figure 6-4. Obstruction Lights on Buildings
Intensity Requirements
Dual Lighting
Chapter 7: Standrds for Lighting Helipads
Figure 7-1. Helipad Perimeter Lights, Standard Configuration
Configuration of Landing Direction Lights
Figure 7-3. VFR Helipad Landing Direction Lights
Helipad IMC Approach Lights Category I
Figure 7-4. Helipad VFR Approach Direction Lights
Configuration of IMC Approach Lights
Configuration of Helipad Floodlights
Figure 7-6. Helipad Floodlight Typical Configuration
Helipad/Heliport Identification Beacon
Perimeter and Landing Direction Lights
Helipad Beacons
Figure 7-7. Block Diagram Without Tower
Figure 7-8. Block Diagram With Tower
Equipment - ufc_3_535_010126
Chapter 8: Standards for lighting Heliports
Rotary Wing Landing Lanes (formerly Stagefields)
Figure 8-3. Heliport Threshold and Edge Light Details
Heliport/Helipad Identification Beacon
Threshold/End Lights
In-pavement Runway Lights
Runway and Taxiway Signs
Control Requirements - ufc_3_535_010134
Equipment - ufc_3_535_010135
Figure 8-4. Block Diagram Typical System
Chapter 9: Standards for Airfield Signs and Markers
Arresting Gear Markers
Installation - ufc_3_535_010139
Dimensions
Taxiway Guidance and Information Signs
Installation - ufc_3_535_010142
Figure 9-2. Typical Taxiway Guidance and Information Signs
Characteristics - ufc_3_535_010144
Installation - ufc_3_535_010145
Figure 9-3. Typical Location Signs
Power and Control
Signing Conventions For Airfield Signs
Signing Conventions For Airfield Signs -Cont.
Figure 9-4. Examples of Signing Conventions
Figure 9-5. Signing Examples
Figure 9-6. TACAN Sign Location
Installation - ufc_3_535_010153
Characteristics - ufc_3_535_010154
Figure 9-8. RDM Layout Configuration
Night VFR operations
Characteristics - ufc_3_535_010157
Figure 9-9. Arresting Gear Marker (AGM) Configuration
Characteristics - ufc_3_535_010159
Additional Information
Chapter 10: Miscellaneous Lighted Visual Aids
Photometric Requirements - ufc_3_535_010162
Compliance with International Military Standards - ufc_3_535_010163
Control Requirements - ufc_3_535_010164
Fixed Floodlights Glare Control
Protective and Security Lighting
Chapter 11: Portable Emergency Lighting
Fixtures - ufc_3_535_010168
Chapter 12: Design and Installation Guidelines
Counterpoise Criteria
Main Lighting Vault
Table 12-1. Considerations for Cable and Duct Installation
Vault Wiring Safety
Short Circuit Analysis
Airfield Lighting Control
Figure 12-2. Installation Plan, Power Equipment
Control Circuitry
Figure 12-3. Power and Control System Block Diagram
Figure 12-4. Computerized Control System using PLC Block Diagram
Figure 12-5. Computerized Control System using PC Block Diagram
Table 12-2. Intensity Requirement Levels for Various Circuits
FAA Advisory Circulars (ACs)
Considerations - ufc_3_535_010183
Runway Gradient
Figure 12-6. Siting PAPI without an ILS Glide Slope (1 of 2)
Figure 12-6. Siting PAPI without an ILS Glide Slope (2 of 2)
Figure 12-7. PAPI Positioning Guidance
Mounting Height Tolerance
Table 12-3. Aiming of FAA Type L-880 PAPI Relative to Glide Pat
Table 12-4. Maximum Allowable Non-Armored Cable Pulling Tension, Using Dynamometer
Ice Damage Prevention
Chapter 13: Qualifying Equipment
Pilot Relay Cabinets
Mounting Bases and Transformer Housings
Equipment for Approach Light Systems
Short Approach Lighting System (SALS)
Figure 13-1. CIE Color Coordinate Diagram
Figure 13-2. FAA-E-982, Elevated, Uni-directional, PAR-56, Lamp Holder
Figure 13-4. FAA-L-850D, In-pavement, Bi-directional
Light Fixture Supports, 0 to 12 Meters (40 Feet)
Figure 13-6. FAA-E-2325, Elevated, Uni-directional, PAR-38 Lamp Holder
Figure 13-7. FAA-L-850B, In-pavement, Uni-directional
Runway End Identifier Lights (REIL)
Figure 13-8. FAA-L-859F, Omni-directional, Flashing
In-pavement Fixtures
Figure 13-10. FAA L-862, Elevated, Bi-directional
Figure 13-11. FAA L-850C, In-pavement, Bi-directional
Figure 13-13. FAA L-852, (A, B, C, D), In-pavement, Bi-directional
Figure 13-14. FAA L-861SE, Elevated, Bi-directional
Figure 13-15. FAA L-850A, In-pavement, Bi-directional
Figure 13-16. FAA L-852N, In-pavement, Bi-directional (Hook-resistant)
Figure 13-17. Runway Distance Markers
Figure 13-18. FAA L-858B, Sign, Elevated, AGM
Figure 13-19. FAA L-861T, Elevated, Omni-directional
Figure 13-20. FAA L-852, In-pavement, Bi-directional, Uni-directional
Figure 13-21. FAA L-852E, In-pavement, Omni-directional
Figure 13-23. FAA L-858R, Sign, Taxiway, Mandatory
Figure 13-24. FAA L-858L, Sign, Taxiway, Location
Figure 13-26. MIL-L-7158, Airfield Beacon, Rotating
Figure 13-27. MIL-L-6273, G1, Beacon, Code, Flashing
Figure 13-28. FAA L-806, Windcone, 2.4 Meter (8 Foot)
Figure 13-29. FAA L-807, Windcone, 3.6 Meter (12 Foot)
High Intensity Day Marking Light
Helipad Lighting Equipment
Figure 13-32. FAA L-801H, Beacon, Rotating, Helipad
Table 13-1. List of FAA Advisory Circulars
Table 13-2. List of Standards, Specifications, and Drawings
Constant Current Regulator
Circuit Selector Switch
Runway and Taxiway Guidance Signs
Computerized Control Systems
Event Recording Devices
Table 13-3. AGL Control System Response Times
Chapter 14: Air Facility Equipment Inspection and Testing
Personal Safety Precautions
Visual Inspection Checklists
Table 14-1. Checklist for High Intensity Runway Lighting (Elevated, Base Mounted)
Table 14-2. Checklist for In-pavement Lights
Table 14-2. Checklist for In-pavement Lights (Cont.)
Table 14-3. Checklist for Medium/Low Intensity Runway and Taxiway Lighting (Elevated, Base Mounted)
Table 14-4. Checklist for Lighted Guidance Signs
Table 14-5. Checklist for REIL
Table 14-6. Checklist for PAPI
Table 14-6. Checklist for PAPI (Cont.)
Table 14-7. Checklist for Underground Cable and Duct
Table 14-7. Checklist for Underground Cable and Duct (Cont.)
Table 14-8. Checklist for Vault. (1 of 4)
Table 14-8. Checklist for Vault (Cont., 2 of 4)
Table 14-8. Checklist for Vault (Cont., 3 of 4)
Table 14-8. Checklist for Vault (Cont., 4 of 4)
Cable Electrical Tests
Table 14-9. Cable/Circuit Test Procedures
Regulator Electrical Tests
Regulator Electrical Tests -Cont.
Lighting Fixture Inspection
Additional Guidance
Chapter 15: Characteristics of Airfield Ground Lighting
Chapter 15: Characteristics of Airfield Ground Lighting -Cont.
Figure 15-1. Typical AGL Layout
Figure 15-2. Typical AGL Series Lighting Circuit
Control and Monitoring Systems
Constant Current Series Circuits
Constant Current Regulators
Figure 15-3. Series Circuits
Table 15-1. 5-Step 20-ampere Circuit (FAA Class 2, Style 2)
Sizing the Regulator When Reil are Connected to the Circuit
Transformers - ufc_3_535_010267
Transformers -Cont.
Figure 15-4. Sample Calculation of CCR Test Data
Figure 15-4. Sample Calculation of CCR Test Data (Cont.)
Table 15-4. AGL Series Circuit Load Calculation Data Sheet
Elevated Light Fixtures
Parallel Circuits
Current and Voltage on Series Circuits
Current and Voltage on Series Circuits -Cont.
Figure 15-5. Current and Voltage Illustration
Selection of 6.6 Versus 20 Amperes System
Considerations for Circuit Design
Single Circuit per Lighting System
Figure 15-6. Photometric Isocandela Curves
Photometric Testing of Existing Lighting Systems
Photometric Testing of Existing Lighting Systems -Cont.
Glossary - ufc_3_535_010283
Glossary -Cont. - ufc_3_535_010284
Glossary -Cont.
Glossary -Cont. - ufc_3_535_010286
Appendix A: References - ufc_3_535_010287
Appendix A: References -Cont. - ufc_3_535_010288
Appendix A: References -Cont. - ufc_3_535_010289
