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lundi 30 mars 2015

Setting Up Of Helipad Lighting System

By Lelia Hall


Helicopters have been designed to be able to land on any place. In order to facilitate their landing various positions have been identified and modified to suit the recommended standards. Specialized grounds have been set aside in major airports and air strips and have been equipped with the necessary systems. Installation of helipad lighting system has also been ensured to enhance landing even during the night and misty weather.

A number of factors are looked into when deciding on the method of illumination to be used in various landing sites. The area is measured so that determination of the number of lights to been put up. This will ensure clear visibility at any time thus facilitating safe landing.

There are many models of bulbs used for field illumination that have are created by different manufacturers. Large lamps are mounted on long posts that are positioned at a distance from the site of landing. They are set in a way that they direct the light to illuminate these area perfectly. High visibility aluminum lamps are set on the ground where they can mark the extent of the field and this makes it safe for landing.

Technology has played a major role in the implementation of these systems. They have enabled development of automated systems that are sensor controlled. This enables detection of obstacles or reducing amount of light caused by night fall or storms. This turns on the bulbs to ensure the optimal level of illumination is available at the ports.

Differentiated models of this lamps have been developed by the manufacturers over time. There are the dome shaped lamps that are designed in a way that they can produce high intensity light when used on the ground. There is also some other LED bulbs that are used to mark the size of a helipad and an alternating display of colored light is used here. This makes it easy for pilots to locate the right positions to land safely.

There are several reputable companies that carry out the installation of such mechanisms to various airports. They are also hired to do the installation on buildings where helipads have also been constructed. The companies must have met the set regulation standards by the aviation authorities so that they can be recommended for hire. This will ensure the proper fixing that will give the best results and ensure maximum lamination.

The cost incurred in purchasing this systems is high. The installation charges are also very high making the entire procedure very costly to carry on. The bulbs that are commonly used for this purpose are also high rated in the amount of energy they require to produce enough light. This increases the cost of electricity to the pads operators.

Various benefits are derived from the proper illumination of the helipads. The installation of night vision goggles especially on the major buildings has made landing by officers on night patrols very possible thus enhancing security. Emergency response has also been enabled where the rescue teams can access many parts in case on an accident.




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