General requirements on apron lighting system of the airport parking lot in Vietnam

Pursuant to Article 6 and Article 7 of Circular 29/2021/TT-BGTVT (Effective from 15/01/2022) the electric power supply system and the apron lighting system of the airport parking lot have the following general provisions:

Apron lighting system

1. The apron lighting system shall generate sufficient light for pilots to maneuver aircrafts into and out of aircraft stands, for loading and unloading of passengers, baggage and cargo, for fueling and other aircraft services.

2. Apron lights shall not be directed at the aerodrome control tower, ground control tower, and direction of aircrafts’ landing. If stationary lighting is not available or there is insufficient light in certain positions or areas of the apron, mobile lighting equipment for aircrafts during night and low visibility operations has to be made available.

Electric power supply system

1. The regular and backup power supply for aviation buildings and equipment in an airport or aerodrome shall be maintained according to facility and aircraft operation literatures.

2. The time for switching between the regular power system and a backup one has to meet the regulated standards for each item or equipment in the airport or aerodrome.

3. Facility operators shall be allowed to set up their own power supply systems; construct, operate and maintain their power supply systems within their scope of management and operation; ensure synchronous connection to the general power supply system of the airport or aerodrome.

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