aviation obstacle lights

There are two main colors of aviation obstacles: red and white

Application of red aviation obstacle lights:

Red aviation obstacles which are usually used for low light intensity and high light intensity mainly mark the obstructions at low or medium place to enhance the visibility of night  and bad whether. it is better especially during sunset and dawn. This color is applied to the tall building or building with complex structures.

Advantages of red aviation obstacles lights:

Firstly, the premier point is its eye-catching. Red is the most attractive among lots of  colors especially at night or in low visible scene. It is like a warning sign hanging up, let us notice it at a glance.The red aviation plays a vital role in navigation and is crucial to prevent collision.

Secondly, the characteristics of red light also facilitate its application in high altitudes. In visible spectrum, red has the longest wavelength which means stronger penetrating power. Even though there is some scattering in the atmosphere, the red light can still keep a good visibility that makes people recognize clearly the obstacle lights from a long distance to ensure the safety of the aircraft’s route.

Finally, it often associated with warning and danger at some certain occasions when you see red and this kind of psychological suggestion plays a role in psychological reminder in the design of high-altitude obstacle lights. The red light will trigger people’s vigilance alerting pilots or ground personnel to pay attention to the possible air obstacles thereby avoiding potential flight accidents.

In summary, to choose the red aviation obstacle lights is not only based on its high visibility and warning function, but also considering the people’s general recognition about red light. It is a effective means to make sure flight safety.

Application of white aviation obstacles lights:

It is mainly used for buildings and facilities over 105 meters and some special areas. The white obstacles lights are also better at sunset and dawn and more suitable for the tall building or building with complex structures.

Advantages of white aviation obstacles lights:

High visibility: White obstruction lights have a high light intensity and can provide a clear warning both during the day and at night. During the day, the light intensity of white obstruction lights is enough to attract the attention of pilots and prevent aircraft from hitting obstacles.

‌Long-distance transmission‌: White light has a particularly high intensity and can be transmitted very far. It flashes explosively and is more likely to attract the attention of pilots‌.

‌Functional attributes‌: White obstacle lights are also useful during the day. They can remind pilots to pay attention to obstacles under sunlight to avoid accidents.

To sum up, the white aviation obstacle lights not only have the function of long distance transmission, also have the function of warning as red lights.