Insertion of LED (Light Emitting Diode) Aeronautical Ground Lights in Aerodromes
- Bruno Ferreira Medeiros da Silva
National Civil Aviation Agency
- Evento
- XV SITRAER – São Luís, MA, Brasil, 24 a 26 de outubro de 2016
- Volume
- Anais do XV Air Transportation Symposium (SITRAER) · ISSN 2448-1912
- Páginas
- 583–598
- Editora
- Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica (ITA)
- Editores
- Carlos Müller
Abstract
This article presents information related to the insertion of Aeronautical Ground Lights (AGLs) that use LED – Ligth Emitting Diode – technology (LED AGLs), in aerodromes. In relation to conventional AGLs, LED AGLs feature peculiarities that provide lower energy consumption and lower maintenance costs. To maximize such benefits, it is necessary to attempt to necessary modifications in existing electric-electronic circuits. Furthermore, LED AGLs emit light beam with distinct photometric characteristics. These differences bring advantages to flight safety, but can also input conflicts with existing systems and operations, requiring, therefore, specific design, construction and operational solutions and important regulatory changes.
Keywords: LED; Diode; Light; Aeronautical; Aerodrome