Helipad windsock wind cone airport
The helipad windsock, also known as a wind cone, is an essential component at airports and helipads for determining the direction and intensity of the wind. It consists of a fabric cone-shaped structure mounted on a pole or mast. The helipad windsock is typically made of durable and weather-resistant materials such as nylon.
The windsock is designed to respond to the wind's movement, showing the wind direction and providing an indication of its speed. The windsock's bright color and size make it easily visible from the air. It plays a crucial role in assisting pilots during takeoff, landing, and ground operations, helping them make informed decisions based on the wind conditions.
The helipad windsock is often equipped with lights to enhance visibility during low-light conditions or night operations. These lights are usually installed at the top and bottom of the wind cone and can be controlled remotely.
By observing the helipad windsock, pilots and air traffic controllers can determine the prevailing wind conditions, ensuring safe and efficient helicopter operations. It is an important tool for maintaining aviation safety and plays a vital role in the overall management of airport operations.
Overview:
AO-HP-W1 Helipad windsock wind cone airport , 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:
Product Name |
Helipad windsock wind cone airport |
Mode NO.: |
AO-HP-W1 |
Color: |
Obstruction light red color, flood light white color |
Light source:
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LEDs |
Pole height: |
1m, 1.5m(standard), 2m, 3m, 4m... etc |
Special design: |
Internally Illuminated Heliport Wind Cone |
Windsock dimension: |
Pole height:<4m, Length: 1.2m, big diameter: 300mm, small diameter: 150mm; Pole height: 4m-6m, Length: 2.4m, big diameter: 600mm, small diameter: 300mm; Pole height: >6m, Length: 3.6m, big diameter: 900mm, small diameter: 450mm. |
Flashing Characteristics:
|
steady burning, fixed light
|
Operation Mode: |
24 hours after power on |
Input: |
100-240VAC 50-60Hz, 12-48VDC(Details contact us) |
Power Consumption(W): |
Average Power consumption <12W |
Wind resistance: |
80m/s |
Wind cone heliport Material: |
stainless steel 304 pole, Nylon or PVC wind cone |
Windsock color: |
Orange, red/white ( other is available) |
IP Grade: |
IP65 |
Work environment: |
-50℃~+60℃, Humidity 0%-100% |
Optional functions(Separate charges): |
1. Frangible coupling is optional 2. Solar power system |
Dimension & Installation:
(Photo above is only for reference, the final is customized for different height)
Applications:
AO-HP-W1 Helipad windsock wind cone airport is used for heliport lighting, this helipad Windsock needs to use with other helipad light.