The AV-HL-FL Heliport Floodlight is a purpose-engineered lighting solution specifically designed to enhance visibility across helipads by supplementing Touchdown and Lift-Off (TLOF) and Final Approach and Takeoff (FATO) lights with powerful, uniform floodlighting. This floodlight is critical for safe night operations or low-visibility conditions, providing consistent illumination across the entire helipad surface to ensure operational safety and pilot visual clarity.
At the heart of the AV-HL-FL is a high-performance LED optic that is custom-developed for helipad lighting applications. The optic delivers an evenly distributed light output, engineered to cover the full helipad area with minimal glare. Its adjustable tilt angle allows operators to precisely direct the beam where it's needed most, optimizing surface illumination while the integrated hood design helps eliminate unwanted glare that could distract or impair pilots during approach and landing.
Constructed for extreme durability, the AV-HL-FL is housed in a low-profile, weather-resistant enclosure made from powder-coated aluminum, making it suitable for even the harshest environmental conditions. The design is compatible with Avlite’s standard frangible mounting systems, supporting fast and secure installation. Furthermore, the system employs a plug-and-play interface, allowing for seamless integration into existing heliport infrastructure with minimal effort or downtime.
The AV-HL-FL is available in solar-powered (PV) and wired configurations, offering flexibility to suit a wide range of site conditions and operational needs. The wired models support both DC and universal mains (UM) inputs and come equipped with a pre-installed, easy-to-use interface panel. These versions also include dimming functionality and a discrete alarm output, enabling compatibility with a variety of external control systems, including Avlite’s standardized controller solutions.
For locations where grid access is limited or unavailable, the solar-powered AV-HL-FL provides a completely autonomous lighting solution. It features a fully integrated solar and battery system that allows for reliable, self-sustaining operation in most regions. Each solar unit is also equipped with Radio Frequency (RF) communication capabilities and is designed to operate as part of a broader helipad lighting system (HLS). Control options include remote operation via an Avlite Control Enclosure or a handheld controller, ensuring flexible and responsive management of lighting assets.
To support smooth installation and streamlined operations, the AV-HL-FL system offers standardized cable interfaces, reducing lead times and simplifying deployment. Additional components and accessories are available to complement the system, including the AV-HL-CTRL-T1 or AV-HL-CTRL-T2 Heliport Lighting Controllers, non-slip 5 kg rubber tiles for portable mounting (AV-ACC-MA-13), smart battery chargers for 12V SLA batteries (AV-ACC-CH-XX-02), and external charging cables.
Designed to meet international regulatory standards, the AV-HL-FL complies with ICAO Annex 14 Volume 2 and FAA Engineering Brief 87 for heliport perimeter lighting in Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC). These certifications ensure the system meets the photometric and performance requirements necessary for regulated heliport operations worldwide.
Additionally, for centralized or remote management of lighting systems, the AV-HL-FL can be integrated into a complete Heliport Lighting System using Avlite's optional AV-HLCTRL controller. This setup enables coordinated operation of inset and perimeter lighting, offering improved operational control and convenience for a wide range of helipad applications.
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