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Airport Beacons Explained

Pilot Institute

In busy airspace (Class B, C, D, and E surface areas), airport beacons are often turned on during the day when ground visibility is less than 3 miles or the ceiling is less than 1,000 feet. These new technologies allowed pilots to navigate with greater accuracy and safety, even in low visibility conditions.

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