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UFC 3-535-01 as of 2017-04-11 · official source ↗

g Layout Notes: 1. LZ is configured for bi-directional operations. 2. All taxiway lights must be equidistant from taxiway/turnaround edge. Design tolerance is 1.5m (5′) – 0/+ 0.6m (2′). UFC 3-535-01 11 April 2017 Change 4, 25 April 2023 276 Figure 14-8 Typical Bi-Directional Runway/Taxiway Marking and Lighting Layout UFC 3-535-01 11 April 2017 Change 4, 25 April 2023 277 /4/ Notes: 1. LZ is marked and lighted for bi-directional operations. 2. Taxiway lights must be equidistant from taxiway/turnaround edge. Design tolerance is 1.5m (5′) – 0.6m (2′). 3. Locate taxiway lights behind the hold line according to this UFC, but no more than 60m (200′) from the point of tangency. UFC 3-535-01 11 April 2017 Change 4, 25 April 2023 278 This Page Intentionally Left Blank UFC 3-535-01 11 April 2017 Cha

UFC 3-535-01 as of 2017-04-11 · official source ↗

4, 25 April 2023 199 Figure 11B-3a Configuration 2: SSEALS Components Figure 11B-4 Approach Lighting Layouts UFC 3-535-01 11 April 2017 Change 4, 25 April 2023 200 Figure 11B-4a Approach 1: Installation: MALSR Figure 11B-4b Approach 1: Stand-alone Steady Burning Light (MALSR) UFC 3-535-01 11 April 2017 Change 4, 25 April 2023 201 Figure 11B-4c Approach 1: Folding Steady Burning Barrettes (MALSR) Figure 11B-4d Approach 1: Sequenced Flashing Light (1 of 2) (MALSR) UFC 3-535-01 11 April 2017 Change 4, 25 April 2023 202 Figure 11B-4d Approach 1: Sequenced Flashing Light (2 of 2) (MALSR) Figure 11B-5a Approach 2: Installation: SSEALS UFC 3-535-01 11 April 2017 Change 4, 25 April 2023 203 Figure 11B-5b Approach 2: Sequenced Flashing Light (SSEALS) Figure 11B-5c Approach 2: Steady Burning Light

UFC 3-535-01 as of 2017-04-11 · official source ↗

35-01 11 April 2017 Change 4, 25 April 2023 271 Figure 14-2 AMP-2 Lighting Plan Figure 14-3 AMP-3 Lighting Plan UFC 3-535-01 11 April 2017 Change 4, 25 April 2023 272 Figure 14-4 Light and Marker PANEL Layout Detail on a Landing Zone with Combination AMP-1, AMP-3 Overt, and AMP-3 Covert UFC 3-535-01 11 April 2017 Change 4, 25 April 2023 273 Figure 14-5 AMP-3 Lighting and Marking Scheme for LZ Superimposed on Standard Class B Runway UFC 3-535-01 11 April 2017 Change 4, 25 April 2023 274 Figure 14-6 AMP-3 Overt and Covert Lighting and Marking Layout Detail for LZ Superimposed on Standard Class B Runway LEGEND UFC 3-535-01 11 April 2017 Change 4, 25 April 2023 275 Figure 14-7 Typical Turnaround Marking and Lighting Layout Notes: 1. LZ is configured for bi-directional operations. 2. All taxiwa

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AFMAN 32-1040 · para 5.4.1.1 as of 2019-08-23 · View in PDF → · official source ↗

ghting used for other areas must meet the requirements of UFC 3-535-01. (T-0). 5.3.3. For airfields in a deployed theater of operations and temporary locations, solar lighting may be used and this necessarily entails LED use where not normally approved. The waiver authority in this case is the Combined Forces Air Component Commander (CFACC). 5.3.4. Do not install solar visual air navigation equipment or configurations for permanent or fixed, long-term bases in active theaters of conflict, that do not comply with this manual and UFC 3-535-01 without an approved waiver. (T-0). 5.4. Use of Non-Standard Equipment 5.4.1. Alternative equipment implementing new technology shall: 5.4.1.1. Have Air Force Civil Engineer Center approval. (T-1). 5.4.1.2. Satisfy requirements of this manual and UFC 3-5

DAFI 21-101 · para 15.7.1.9 as of 2026-03-16 · View in PDF → · official source ↗

uation of all proposed sunshade installation plans to ensure requirements in Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) 3-260-01, Airfield and Heliport Planning and Design are met. If waivers are required, those waivers must be approved prior to contract award of the sunshade. (T-2) 15.7.1.8.1. Ensure waiver authorities do not undermine contract requirements or federal regulations (example Federal Acquisition Regulation, Department of Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement). (T-0) 15.7.1.9. Ensure aircraft sunshades that penetrate an airfield imaginary surface defined in UFC 3-260-01 have obstruction lights installed IAW UFC 3-535-01, Visual Air Navigation Facilities, and conform to requirements contained in AFMAN 32-1040. 15.7.1.10. Ensure compliance with fuel servicing safety requireme

UFC 4-510-01 as of 2023-02-03 · official source ↗

eld and Heliport Planning and Design UFC 3-301-01, Structural Engineering UFC 3-400-02, Design: Engineering Weather Data UFC 3-410-01, Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning Systems UFC 3-420-01, Plumbing Systems UFC 3-450-01, Noise and Vibration Control UFC 3-490-06, Elevators UFC 3-501-01, Electrical Engineering UFC 3-520-01, Interior Electrical Systems UFC 3-520-05, Stationary and Mission Batteries UFC 3-530-01, Interior and Exterior Lighting Systems and Controls UFC 3-535-01, Visual Air Navigation Facilities UFC 3-535-02, Design Drawings for Visual Air Navigation Facilities UFC 3-540-01, Engine Driven Generator Systems for Backup Power Applications UFC 3-575-01, Lightning and Static Electricity Protection Systems UFC 3-580-01, Telecommunications Interior Infrastructure Planning and

DAFMAN 13-204V2 · para 5.1.1.5 as of 2024-12-17 · View in PDF → · official source ↗

rogram. (T-2) Must know distance requirements for obstacles (fixed/mobile) in relation to imaginary surfaces, runways, taxiways and parking aprons. Reference UFC 3-260-01 for guidance. (T-2) 5.1.1.2. Standards for airfield signs and lighting systems. Reference UFC 3-535-01 for guidance. (T-2) 5.1.1.3. Standards for Radar, Airfield and Weather Systems. Reference UFC 3-260-01 and Aeronautical Information Manual for guidance. (T-2) 5.1.1.4. Aircraft restrictions (e.g., weight-bearing, engine-run, wing-tip, and taxi) published in FLIPs , AOI and Airfield Pavement Report. Reference AFMAN 32-1041 and AFMAN 11-218, Aircraft Operations and Movement on the Ground for guidance. (T-2) 5.1.1.5. Snow and ice control removal requirements to include priorities, berm heights and Navigational Aids. (T-2) 5

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