Regulations and Government
DOT Requests Information for New Runway Status Lighting
The FAA is seeking input and options from industry partners
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In an effort to improve aviation safety on the ground, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced a Request for Information (RFI) for a new “cost-effective runway safety lighting system” to deploy at selected airports. The deadline for submissions is September 25.    

“We want to make sure pilots and air traffic controllers across the country have the tools they need to keep planes moving safely and efficiently,” said FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford. “A new runway safety lighting system will reduce the number of close calls and hazards on runways at numerous airports."