Technical articles on airfield lighting design, auditing, standards and project delivery, written from current practice across civilian and defence airfields.
1 August 2026
The updated MOS 139 lifted apron floodlighting requirements from 5 to 20 lux for many regional airports. Learn why OLS limits and angled parking make compliance hard, and what to do about it.
Read the article1 July 2026
Planning a PAPI installation or upgrade? Learn the key design risks around siting, obstacle assessment, aircraft eye height, electrical works and commissioning.
Read the article1 June 2026
Choosing the right procurement model for an airfield ground lighting upgrade can determine project cost, risk, commissioning quality and long-term maintainability.
Read the article1 May 2026
An AGL compliance audit checks more than whether the lights turn on. Learn what airports should review across fittings, circuits, controls, records and commissioning evidence.
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