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Old September 3rd 06, 02:33 AM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
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Default End of Season Sunset Warning for SSA-OLC Participants


Doug Haluza wrote:
intensity and direction. If your aircraft is equipped with approved
night lighting,


So has anyone in the USA investigated options to add lighting to a
sailplane?

The new generation of super bright LEDs seem to be a perfect solution
for us. They could even be embedded in various parts of the wingtip or
winglet. A couple AA batteries installed at each light location would
probably last 20 or more hours, so no need to run wires. But since
current draw would be quite low, a fairly lightweight wire would be
suitable.

-Tom