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Wind Turbine and MET Tower Lighting Cristina Cossío Country Manager - Mexico [email protected] +52 1.557.980.9859 With extensive experience in aviation lighting compliance, Cristina Cossío is charged with developing and implementing Flash Technology’s expansion efforts across Mexico. Cristina utilizes her excellent negotiation and business planning skills in leading business development teams in Mexico, and has worked with renown companies such as Andrina Co (Washington DC), Argia Group (Saltillo, COAH) and Grupo Magg (CDMX). Cristina began studying law at the University of Loyola in Chicago, and completed her degree at the Universidad Iberoamericana. She is currently seeking her MBA at the Universidad del Valle de Mexico in Mexico City. Marking wind turbines and MET towers can be complicated. The information below will help your company make an informed decision when acquiring and maintaining obstruction lights. Regulatory Agencies DGAC of Mexico International DGAC will permit Mexican wind energy sites to file under ICAO standards, however it must be requested on the original documents submitted to DGAC. ICAO Lighting Standards ì Cite ICAO regulations when filing site documentation with the DGAC ì 2 or more turbines are considered 1 obstruction ì The rotor blades, nacelle and upper 2/3 of the mast should be white unless otherwise indicated by an aeronautical study ì Mark the turbines on the perimeter, allowing no more than 900 meters (2,953 feet) between lit structures ì Light the tallest turbines on the wind farm ì Use medium intensity and low intensity lights based on the turbine height, as shown below Height is determined from the top of rotor while at top dead center Lighting Checklist Ensure the obstruction lights selected for your site are certified to meet or exceed ICAO lighting standards. Other elements to consider for your lighting project include: ì GPS synchronization ì 360-degree light collector ì Integrated photocell and controller ì Surge protection ì Overvoltage protection ì Alarm relays ì Manufacturer services (warranty, training and technical support) 150 meters (493 feet) or less ì 1 Medium Intensity Type B light mounted on the rear of the nacelle 150 -315 meters (493-1,149 feet) ì 2 Medium Intensity Type B lights mounted on the rear of the nacelle (one for back-up) ì 3 or more Low Intensity Type E lights spaced around the mast
