Internally Lighted Windsock — ICAO Compliant | Hardy Lighting

The Hardy Lighting Internally Lighted Windsock is a fully integrated, LED-illuminated wind direction indicator engineered for demanding aviation environments. Compliant with ICAO Annex 14 and CAP437, it is designed for helideck and helipad installations — both offshore and onshore. Constructed entirely from high-grade SS316 stainless steel, this windsock system delivers exceptional corrosion resistance, reliable night-time visibility, and long-term low-maintenance performance.

Key Features

  • 360-degree freely rotating top assembly for continuous wind direction visibility from all angles
  • Internal LED illumination at 5700K — crisp, white, steady-burning light source
  • Explosion-proof construction — Zone 1 classified for hazardous offshore environments
  • SS316 stainless steel mast, frame, and lighting unit for superior corrosion resistance
  • IP66 rated — fully protected against dust and water ingress
  • 100,000+ hour LED life expectancy — maintenance-free operation
  • Salt spray tested — certified for marine and coastal installations
  • Extendable mast up to 6 metres
  • Available for both Safe Area (Onshore/Helipad) and ATEX Zone 1 (Offshore/Helideck) applications
  • Proudly engineered and assembled in the UAE

 Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification
Application Helideck (Offshore) / Helipad (Onshore)
Classification Zone 1 – Explosive Area (Offshore) / Safe Area (Onshore)
Internal Light Source LED, steady burning, white, 5700K
Obstruction Light LED, steady burning, red, 32cd
Mast Material SS316 Stainless Steel
Mast Length 300mm standard, extendable up to 6,000mm
Mounting SS316 Flange, DN65, 6 × M16
Windsock Frame SS316 rotating frame and hoop
Input Voltage 100–240 Vac, 50–60 Hz / 24 Vdc
Power Consumption 26W
Ambient Temperature –25°C to +65°C
IP Rating IP66
Life Expectancy 100,000+ hours
Compliance CAP437 / ICAO Annex 14 Vol. II
Windsock Colours Red/White striped or Orange

Available Windsock Sizes

Diameter × Length Imperial Equivalent
Ø30 × 120 cm 11.8″ × 3.9 ft
Ø45 × 250 cm 17.7″ × 8.2 ft
Ø50 × 150 cm 19.7″ × 4.9 ft
Ø60 × 240 cm 23.6″ × 7.8 ft

Customised sizes available on request.


Available Configurations

  • Internally Lighted + Obstruction Light — Explosion-rated (Offshore) & Safe Area (Onshore)
  • Externally Lighted — Safe Area
  • Unlighted — Safe Area

Certifications

ICAO Compliant | CAP437 Compliant | CE Certified | RoHS Compliant | IP66 Certified | Salt Spray Tested | ECAS Compliant


Why Choose Hardy Lighting Windsocks?

Hardy Lighting windsocks are purpose-designed for aviation safety in the most demanding environments. Whether installed on a rooftop helipad in the UAE or an offshore helideck in open waters, the system provides consistent, regulation-compliant wind direction indication — day and night. With an SS316 stainless steel construction throughout, zero scheduled maintenance, and a proven 100,000+ hour LED lifespan, Hardy Lighting delivers a cost-effective, long-term aviation safety solution.

Available in the UAE and the wider Middle East through Daly Middle East.

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