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STAGE 2 LIGHTING

Helideck Lighting Systems

CAA authorities around the world require helidecks and helipads to be lit for night use. Sometimes, lights are switched on even during daytime for better visual cues, especially when the sky is overcast.
25 mm
MAX HEIGHT ABOVE DECK
15 MT
LANDING LOAD RATING
CAP 437
DESIGN GUIDANCE
LED
LIGHT TECHNOLOGY
WHY THIS EXISTS

Helideck Lighting Systems

CAA authorities around the world require helidecks and helipads to be lit for night use. Sometimes, lights are switched on even during daytime for better visual cues, especially when the sky is overcast.

The lights have followed the usual technology curve in moving from standard GLS lights in the earliest days to compact fluorescent to halogen to xenon discharge to LED.
CAP 437  describes the new lighting system which will outline the ‘H’ and landing circle with LED lights. “The new lighting scheme has been clearly demonstrated to provide the visual cues required by the pilot earlier on in the approach , and much more effectively than floodlighting and without the disadvantages associated with floodlights such as glare” (ch 3, para 3.4)
THE COMPLETE PACKAGE

The New TD/PM Circle and ‘H’ Lighting System (Stage 2 Lighting)

We are now able to offer this illuminated Circle and H lighting in full accordance with the latest CAP 437 standards including installation of such lighting.
Existing perimeter lighting requirements remain unchanged
Existing floodlights may also be retained for the purpose of providing a source of illumination for on-deck operations such as refueling and passenger handling
The landing H and circle will be lit by continuous lights
Correct installation becomes crucial since the lights are now integrated into the helideck landing surface. We have developed appropriate installation procedures, in conjunction with the lighting manufacturers, to ensure the structural integrity, durability and water-tightness of our helidecks.
STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY

Highlights of the requirements of the new standard:

Installation
As the new lights are now integrated into the helideck landing surface, it is important to have proper installation methods to ensure the structural and operational integrity of the helideck.
Landing loads
The lights and all components should be durable and tested to withstand 15MT (240lbs/sq inch) helicopter landing loads.
Height above deck
The lights should not be higher than 25mm above the deck surface
Installation procedures
Correct installation becomes crucial since the lights are now integrated into the helideck landing surface. We have developed appropriate installation procedures, in conjunction with the lighting manufacturers, to ensure the structural integrity, durability and water-tightness of our helidecks.
LIGHT TECHNOLOGY

Helideck light technology

The lights have followed the usual technology curve in moving from standard GLS lights in the earliest days to compact fluorescent to halogen to xenon discharge to LED.
Helideck perimeter lighting — We specify LED. Every time
Figure 1 Xenon floods show more stray light
Helideck perimeter lighting — We specify LED. Every time
Figure 2 LED floods, more focused beam, better light rendition and H definition

SPECIFICATIONS

Helideck Lighting Systems

Typical Design Standards

CAP 437

System Components

  • Existing perimeter lighting requirements remain unchanged
  • Existing floodlights may also be retained for the purpose of providing a source of illumination for on-deck operations such as refueling and passenger handling
  • The landing H and circle will be lit by continuous lights

Physical & Structural

  • The lights should not be higher than 25mm above the deck surface
  • The lights and all components should be durable and tested to withstand 15MT (240lbs/sq inch) helicopter landing loads.

Package Includes

  • We are now able to offer this illuminated Circle and H lighting in full accordance with the latest CAP 437 standards including installation of such lighting.
  • Correct installation becomes crucial since the lights are now integrated into the helideck landing surface. We have developed appropriate installation procedures, in conjunction with the lighting manufacturers, to ensure the structural integrity, durability and water-tightness of our helidecks.

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