JO 7110.65 — Air Traffic Control
JO 7110.65 3-4-11
HIGH INTENSITY RUNWAY, RUNWAY CENTERLINE, AND TOUCHDOWN ZONE LIGHTS
This reproduces published FAA reference text for study. It does not replace the current official FAA publication or regulation.
Operate high intensity runway and associated runway centerline and touchdown zone lights in accordance with TBL 3-4-8 , except:
Where a facility directive specifies other settings to meet local conditions.
As requested by the pilot.
As you deem necessary, if not contrary to pilot request. TBL 3-4-8 HIRL, RCLS, TDZL Intensity Setting Step
Visibility
Day
Night
5
Less than 1 mile*
When requested
4
1 to but not including
2 miles*
Less than 1 mile*
3
2 to but not including
3 miles
1 to but not including
3 miles*
2
When requested
3 to 5 miles inclusive
1
When requested
More than 5 miles
*and/or appropriate RVR equivalent.
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