May 26, 2021
Vanguard Medium FTS 370 Updated for 43J Compliance Tech Bulletin
This technical bulletin outlines the changes made to Vanguard Medium FTS 370x obstruction light for FAA AC 150/5345-43J (infrared) compliance.
Flash News
May 1, 2021
Quality Testing of FAA Airfield Lights and Obstruction Lights
FAA lights undergo stringent production testing before shipping. Discover what happens to a light during its 3-day quality control testing.
April 23, 2021
Turnkey Compliance Solutions for Obstruction Site Management
Over the past 50 years, Flash Technology has evolved our tower lighting solutions to better meet the needs of our clients. Today we offer a unique combination of compliance expertise, technical superiority, manufacturing excellence and exceptional service.
April 20, 2021
SPX Announces Acquisition of Sealite
Flash Technology is excited to share that SPX Corporation has acquired Sealite and affiliated entities Avlite Systems and Star2M. These businesses have become a key operating company in SPX’s Aids to Navigation (“AtoN”) business platform, alongside Flash Technology and Sabik Marine, reporting through SPX’s Detection
March 11, 2021
Hopital Elisée Charra – Lamastre, Ardèche, France
Now equipped with solar helipad lights, Hopital Elisée Charra in Lamastre, France is a rescue zone for EMS helicopter pilots at night.
March 1, 2021
10 Easily Avoidable FAA Lighting Mistakes
The FAA has made strides in past years to simplify and clarify obstruction lighting regulations. Despite this, violations of these standards exist in the field. Here are 10 easily avoidable mistakes to help ensure your structures comply with regulations.
October 30, 2020
FTS 350i Wind Turbine Light Product Announcement
An economical option for wind farm developers and maintenance crews, the new FTS 350i is an FAA L-864 that was designed to withstand the harsh environments encountered on wind farms.
August 17, 2020
FAA AC 150/5345-43J Enhances Visibility for Night Flights
In September 2020, infrared obstruction lights will be required under FAA AC 150/5345-43J. Understand how infrared aircraft warning lights impact night pilots, and if your sites are impacted.
July 16, 2020
Flash University Medium Intensity Online Renewal Program
Announcing Flash University’s Medium Intensity Online Renewal Program! This new program offers a more convenient, cost-effective option compared to our traditional classroom renewal experience, ensuring that all technicians can easily maintain their lighting credentials.
May 7, 2020
COVID-19 Helipad Lights – Albuquerque, New Mexico
Organizations across Albuquerque combined efforts to better serve patients statewide during the coronavirus pandemic. They created a temporary emergency helipad using solar A704 helipad lights and A650 obstruction lights!
April 7, 2020
Ethernet Modem EOL Technical Bulletin
The LTE Ethernet modems in the FTS 370x, FTM 190, FTS 371 SMART SNMP and FTS 270 have been discontinued. Learn about the drop-in replacement.
March 16, 2020
FAA Issues Extension for Infrared Obstruction Lights
The Vanguard High FTS 270 integrates red, white and infrared (IR) LEDs, and was the first high intensity system certified under new FAA regulations governing night vision compatibility for obstruction lights.
February 12, 2020
Flash Technology Launches Vanguard® High Product Series
The Vanguard High FTS 270 integrates red, white and infrared (IR) LEDs, and was the first high intensity system certified under new FAA regulations governing night vision compatibility for obstruction lights.
January 14, 2020
2020 Trade Events
Stop by our booth at these 2019 events for an in-person tower light demo or to discuss how FAA and ICAO lighting regulations may impact your sites.
January 10, 2020
Best Practices for Self-monitoring Flash Technology Ethernet Equipment
Flash Technology recommends that customers performing their own FAA compliance monitoring only connect their Vanguard® and FTM 190 Ethernet products to private internet connections and NOT the public internet. If end users monitor these products over the public internet, it can allow unauthorized access to
