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Sun, May 13, 2012

ANN's Daily Aero-Term (05.13.12): Light Gun

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Light Gun

A handheld directional light signaling device which emits a brilliant narrow beam of white, green, or red light as selected by the tower controller. The color and type of light transmitted can be used to approve or disapprove anticipated pilot actions where radio communication is not available. The light gun is used for controlling traffic operating in the vicinity of the airport and on the airport movement area.

FMI: www.faa.gov

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