Lighted Wind Sock Airport Wind Socks AO-HP-W1

The lighted wind sock, also known as an airport wind sock, is an important tool used in aviation to indicate the direction and intensity of wind at an airport. It consists of a long, tapered fabric tube with a conical shape that is mounted on a pole. The wind sock is typically made of durable nylon material that is resistant to weather conditions.

The lighted wind sock is equipped with LED lights that provide illumination during nighttime operations, ensuring visibility for pilots. These lights are usually placed at the top and bottom of the wind sock, allowing for easy identification from a distance. The lights are powered by electricity and can be controlled remotely.

By observing the wind sock, pilots can determine the wind direction and estimate its speed, which is crucial for takeoffs, landings, and taxiing. The wind sock moves and changes shape based on the wind's strength and direction, allowing pilots to make informed decisions regarding flight operations.

The lighted wind sock is an essential tool for safe and efficient airport operations, providing valuable information to pilots and air traffic controllers. It plays a vital role in maintaining the safety and smooth flow of air traffic, especially during low visibility conditions or in remote areas where weather information may be limited.

     Overview:

Lighted Wind Sock Airport Wind Socks AO-HP-W1, it is internally Illuminated, the obstruction light in the top, and led flood light inside the wind cone, and it will rotate together with windsock too. An aerodrome shall be equipped with at least one wind cone as wind direction indicator.

     Compliance:

1. ICAO Annex 14 Volume II Heliports 5.3.

2. FAA  AC 150/5390-2B Heliport Design Guide

     Features:

1. Adopt super bright brand LED, high intensity with a lower energy consumption.

2. Input voltage available in DC(12-48V DC) or AC(100-265V AC 50-60Hz).

3. Wind cone heliport pole is made of corrosion resistance and wind resistance stainless steel 304.

4. One obstruction light on top, one flood light inside wind cone for illumination.

5. Rotatable design, the wind cone can rotate with the wind.

6. Pole height is customized(1me, 1.5m, 2.5m, 3m, 4m, 5m...).

7. Windsock color is: orange(Nylon), red/white(PVC).

     Specification:

     Dimension & Installation:

(Photo above is only for reference, the final is customized for different height)

     Applications:

Lighted Wind Sock Airport Wind Socks AO-HP-W1 is used for heliport lighting, this helipad Windsock needs to use with other helipad light.