July 13, 2021
2021 Trade Events
Stop by our booth at these 2021 events for an in-person tower light demo or to discuss how FAA and ICAO lighting regulations may impact your sites.
Flash News
July 2, 2021
3 ways to tell a MKR 372 from a MKR 371
Flash Technology released MKR 372 to conform with the recently released AC 150/5345-43J. MKR 372 is very similar to its predecessor, MKR 371. Here are 3 easy ways to differentiate between infrared and non-IR L-810 obstruction lights.
June 29, 2021
5 Key Changes to FAA AC 70/7460 Obstruction Lighting Regulations
In 2020, the FAA changed obstruction light regulations when issuing AC 70/7460-1M. The 5 key changes include infrared LEDs, the definition of obstruction, catenary markers, tower crane lights and turbines under construction. Learn more!
June 16, 2021
KCTC Broadcast Tower – Sacramento, California
Operating AM and FM broadcasting on the same tower presents significant radio frequency (RF) interference, which negatively interfered with KCTC Sacramento's tower lights. Learn how Flash resolved the tower's communications issues.
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.
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 your needs. Today we offer a unique combination of compliance expertise, technical superiority, manufacturing excellence and exceptional service.
April 20, 2021
SPX Announces Acquisition of Sealite
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.
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.
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.
