Jumat, 20 Maret 2015

Use Of Helipad Lighting Systems

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.

When deciding on the types of illumination mechanism to be put in place, there are considerations to be made. The size of a field must be taken and this will make it easy to calculate the maximum number of bulbs that can be used within that area. This will ensure the area receives the right amount of light.

There are numerous types of bulbs that can be put in place to ensure the places are well lit. They include perimeter lights, floods lights and high visibility yellow cast aluminum bulbs that are fitted close to the ground to make the landing are more visible by the pilots from a distance. The positioning of these bulbs is strategic to ensure maximum illumination.

Advanced technology has been placed to ensure easy monitoring and control of a system. Sensors have been put in place that enabled detection of obstacles or reduced visibility. They convey the signals they collect to the control centers where the mechanism responds by automatically turning on the lights. This has ensured that the landing sites are always in best conditions at any time for landing.

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 of installation for these system is quite high. The bulbs are specialized and they have a high light production to ensure proper visibility. The bulbs also have a high voltage requirement and this increases the energy cost. This makes the entire system expensive to set up and maintain.

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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