ALS Flashcards
1
Q
ALS
A
Approach Light Systems
2
Q
what does the ALS provide
A
Approach Light Systems
provides basic visible means to transition between instrument-guided flight into a visual approach
3
Q
where does the ALS extend to
A
ALS extend from the landing threshold into the approach area up to
2400 - 3000’ for PRECISION instrument runways
1400 - 1500’ for NON PRECISION instrument runways
4
Q
what may ALS include
A
Sequenced Flashing Lights
which appear as to the pilot as a ball of light traveling toward the runway at twice a second (aka the rabbit)
5
Q
what ILS category is MGA in relation to ALS
A
Category l
lowest visibility: 2400’ or 1800’
lowest DH: 200’
