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Illuminated Wind Direction Indicator (Windsock / Windcone) (Signalight-made) vs PAPI / APAPI Precision Approach Path Indicator (ATG Airports, distributed by Vardhman Airport Solutions)

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Cost of ownershipIlluminated Wind Direction Indicator (Windsock / Windcone) (Signalight-made)PAPI / APAPI Precision Approach Path Indicator (ATG Airports, distributed by Vardhman Airport Solutions)
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Technical specifications.

SpecIlluminated Wind Direction Indicator (Windsock / Windcone) (Signalight-made)PAPI / APAPI Precision Approach Path Indicator (ATG Airports, distributed by Vardhman Airport Solutions)
Cone length2.4 m
Cone inlet diameter0.6 m
Cone materialLightweight UV-resistant polyester
Pole materialStainless steel
Max height with frangible coupling3 m
IlluminationLED (internal or external projectors, selectable)
Automatic switchingPhotocell-controlled dusk/dawn activation
StandardsICAO Annex 14 Vol. I (Aerodromes) and Vol. II (Heliports); FAA requirements
Configuration4-unit (PAPI) or 2-unit (APAPI)
Unit spacing9 m
Runway edge offset (nearest unit)15 m
Nominal glideslope3 °
Colour transition band≤3 minutes of arc
Beam width30° ICAO wide beam
Acquisition range (daytime, met vis 7.4 km)19 km
Series circuit compatibility6.6 A, 8.33 A, 12 A, 16 A, 20 A
Voltage transformer options240 V / 120 V, 50/60 Hz
ComplianceFAA AC 150/5345-28, FAA 880/881, ICAO Annex 14
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