GENERAL AVIATION SUBCOMMITTEE

MISSION

The mission of the Illuminating Engineering Society Airport Lighting Committee (IESALC) General Aviation Subcommittee is to support all General Aviation Airports in adopting the latest airfield ground lighting technologies and ensuring that they can be acquired at a value price point. We advocate for airfield safety and training, safe work practices, and proper installation, while fostering connections between airport personnel and industry partners.

VISION

The IESALC General Aviation Subcommittee envisions general aviation airports and airspace with enhanced safety and utilization through the use of cost effective, high-performance visual aids and equipment. The subcommittee foresees improved general aviation airport operations and safety through quality supporting documentation, training, and supplemental information regarding industry recognized good practices.

PRESENT

With the continued production of The Community Service Airports (CSA) Visual Aids Handbook, the GA subcommittee is always re-evaluating the best way to continue to serve the industry. This subcommittee meets monthly (Generally 3rd Tuesday) to continue developing supporting documentation and other resources serving its mission and to realize its vision. If you have any suggestions, please email the sub-committee chair.

HISTORY

This committee has been in existence for over 30 years. The committee has focused on the development, testing, and installation of items that have been in service in the past. This equipment includes edge and threshold lighting, wind indicators, radio controllers (PLC), base cans for GA lighting, airport beacons, PAPI’s, REIL’s, guidance and distance remaining signs, with installation guidelines and maintenance for all GA Airport lighting and visual aids.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Thanks to the past and continuing support of the FAA and all the past and current members of this committee as well as everyone else who makes this committee possible that has not been mentioned.

CURRENT MEMBERS

  • Scott Suchland – CHAIR – EMAIL
  • Asad Bajwa
  • Brad Degrave
  • Bill Ropposch
  • Carl Johnson
  • Chris Hunter
  • David Williams
  • Howard Burpee
  • Jeremy Downs
  • Joe Fariz
  • Scott Stauffer
  • Steven Ellersick
  • Rex Alexander

PAST MEMBERS

  • Allister Wilmott
  • Allan Taylor
  • Art Schai
  • Billy Schai
  • Bob Addy
  • Clay Lassen
  • Diane Hoffer
  • Don Gallagher
  • Don Renner
  • Eric Farmer
  • Jess Howard
  • Joe Levraea
  • Ken Lepera
  • Mike Borta
  • Mike Mongoven
  • Mike Swain
  • Mac McIver
  • Mel Haywood
  • Rich Mula
  • Ryan Patton