The stand-alone heliport beacon is a high-performance visual guidance system designed to enhance heliport visibility and identification, especially during nighttime or low-visibility conditions. Engineered with advanced LED technology, this beacon delivers a reliable, energy-efficient lighting solution that operates independently without the need for additional controllers. It is equipped with an integrated photocell that enables automatic intensity adjustment based on ambient light conditions, offering multiple brightness levels to accommodate various operational needs. Additionally, the unit incorporates an 850nm infrared output, making it fully compatible with Night Vision Goggles (NVG), which is particularly beneficial for military and tactical aviation applications.
Constructed with durability in mind, the heliport beacon features a marine-grade aluminum body and a robust glass cover, ensuring long-lasting performance in harsh outdoor environments. Compact yet powerful, the beacon stands at only 408 mm tall and weighs just 14 kg, allowing for easy installation on or near heliports, preferably in an elevated position where it remains visible to approaching aircraft without dazzling pilots at close range. The unit operates on a wide input voltage range of 90–265 VAC and consumes less than 15 watts on average, contributing to its low energy footprint. It also boasts a 5-year industry-leading warranty, reflecting its reliability and long-term value.
Optically, the beacon emits a white light with a flash sequence of 0.8 seconds on, 1.2 seconds off, followed by another 0.8 seconds on. The flash duration ranges from 0.5 to 2.0 milliseconds, ensuring effective signaling over long distances. The beacon offers a full 360-degree horizontal beam and a carefully engineered vertical beam distribution to maintain visibility across a wide range of approach angles. Within the vertical angle of 0 to 1.5°, the beacon delivers a minimum effective intensity of 1,700 candelas. Between 1.5° and 2.5°, intensity rises to 2,500 cd, before tapering through various ranges: 1,700 cd between 2.5° and 4°, 750 cd from 4° to 7°, and 250 cd between 7° and 10°. This graduated intensity profile ensures pilots receive optimal visual cues across multiple altitudes and distances.
Fully compliant with ICAO Annex 14, 5th Edition (2020) requirements for heliport beacons, this lighting unit is suitable for both civil and military aviation environments. For outdoor installation, the recommended cabling includes 3x1.5mm² or 3x2.5mm² for power (L-N-PE), and up to 5x2.5mm² for control lines, allowing flexible integration with existing infrastructure. This heliport beacon stands out as a versatile, robust, and regulation-compliant solution for enhancing heliport safety and accessibility in any operational scenario.
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