Aviation and airports application
Surface wind the tower can report and the pilot can trust
Increase safety at airports
Accurate observation and measurement of surface wind at airports is essential to ensure the safe take off and landing of aircraft. The wind speed and direction information forms part of the airport’s Automatic Weather Observing System (AWOS).
Recommended wind sensors for airport wind measurement…
WindObserver 70 will monitor wind speeds up to 70m/s (157mph), with an optional high-power anti-icing heating system. WindObserver70 is available with a range of mounting and connection options and has been accepted for service by the FAA and CAA for reporting of surface wind in airport applications.
WindSonic M has a hard-anodised aluminium alloy construction and optional heating system extending the operational temperature range. This rugged product is particularly suited to extreme environments.
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