TEMPORARY & EMERGENCY AIRFIELD GROUND LIGHTING
Temporary and emergency Airfield Ground Lighting (AGL) can provide visual guidance where permanent lighting infrastructure is unavailable, damaged, under maintenance or temporarily out of service.
Temporary AGL applications may be used during runway rehabilitation, taxiway rehabilitation, construction activities, equipment replacement, emergency restoration and maintenance work. The temporary lighting arrangement should be planned around the affected airfield area, required coverage, installation conditions, power arrangement and operational requirements.
Where Temporary AGL Can Be Used
The appropriate arrangement depends on the affected area and the specific project requirement.
Rehabilitation & Construction
Temporary visual guidance during runway or taxiway work and airfield construction activities.
- Runway rehabilitation
- Taxiway rehabilitation
- Construction activities
- Temporary airfield arrangements
Portable AGL
Deployed and removed without creating a permanent installation, where the deployment method accounts for lighting position, power, site conditions, access and removal.
- Runway work
- Taxiway work
- Maintenance activities
- Temporary operational arrangements
Emergency Lighting
Considered when an existing lighting system has suffered a failure or a temporary operational arrangement is required.
- Replacement of failed lighting equipment
- Temporary runway & taxiway lighting
- Emergency restoration
- Temporary support during rehabilitation
Temporary and emergency AGL applications can also cover replacement of damaged systems, maintenance work and other temporary operational requirements not addressed by permanent infrastructure.
Temporary AGL During Runway Rehabilitation
During runway or taxiway rehabilitation, temporary lighting can form part of the broader project plan. Temporary AGL should be planned together with the rehabilitation programme rather than treated as a separate activity.
Planning Considerations
Temporary lighting applications should consider the following factors before deployment.
Temporary AGL Equipment & Integration
A temporary AGL arrangement should be appropriate for the application and compatible with the project requirements. Where temporary equipment operates alongside existing infrastructure, compatibility should be evaluated before connecting temporary equipment to the existing AGL system.
Emergency AGL System Restoration
When an existing lighting installation is damaged or temporarily unavailable, an emergency arrangement may be considered while permanent equipment is repaired or replaced. The specific restoration process depends on the nature of the failure and the approved project requirements.
Testing, Commissioning & Maintenance
Temporary and emergency AGL installations may require testing and verification before being placed into operational use, following applicable project requirements and approved procedures. Because equipment can be deployed in changing site and construction conditions, maintenance requirements should be defined according to the duration and conditions of the temporary installation.
Transition From Temporary to Permanent AGL
The temporary and permanent arrangements should be coordinated so that the transition can be managed according to the approved project programme.
Why Application-Specific Planning Matters
Temporary and emergency AGL requirements can vary significantly depending on the affected area, reason for deployment and duration of the installation.
The temporary solution should be developed around the actual application and site conditions.
Temporary & Emergency AGL Project Support
We support applications related to the following areas.
Runway Rehabilitation
Temporary lighting arrangements during runway rehabilitation projects.
Taxiway Rehabilitation
Temporary visual guidance during taxiway construction or rehabilitation.
Emergency Restoration
Temporary lighting support following equipment or system failure.
Construction Activities
Temporary AGL arrangements during airfield construction work.
Equipment Replacement
Temporary support while permanent AGL components are being repaired or replaced.
Maintenance Activities
Temporary lighting arrangements for planned maintenance work.
Operational Continuity
Temporary lighting for appropriate operational requirements while permanent infrastructure is unavailable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is temporary AGL required?
Can temporary lighting be used during runway rehabilitation?
Can temporary AGL be used during taxiway work?
Can temporary AGL connect to existing airport infrastructure?
Is temporary AGL only used for emergencies?
Does temporary AGL require testing?
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