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- 2026-09-30
Featured ICAO manuals
ICAO Aerodrome Design Manual Part 5 Electrical Systems
This manual provides guidance on the design and installation of electrical systems for aerodrome lighting, including power supply, distribution, circuit types, and grounding requirements. It assumes readers are familiar with general electrical concepts but may need specific information on aerodrome installations.
The document does not address building electrical systems, maintenance of electrical installations, or radio navigational aids. For maintenance guidance, users are directed to the Airport Services Manual (Doc 9137). It also references future alignment with IEC 61820 standards.
Covers: Introduction · Methods of obtaining integrity and reliability · Electricity supplies · Distribution of power · Types of electrical circuits · Constant current regulators
ICAO VDL Mode 2 Manual
The manual explains the purpose and scope of VDL Mode 2, offering guidance for its implementation in air‑ground communication systems. It references the SARPs developed by the Aeronautical Mobile Communications Panel and aligns with Annex 10, Volumes III and V of the International Civil Aviation Organization standards.
The document is organized into two parts: Part I addresses implementation aspects such as definitions, system capabilities, physical‑layer protocols, link‑layer protocols and subnetwork management; Part II provides detailed technical specifications for ground and aircraft installations, including frequency stability, effective radiated power and emission standards.
Covers: Implementation Aspects · Physical Layer Protocols and Services · Link Layer Protocols and Services · Subnetwork Layer Protocols and Services · Detailed Technical Specifications · System Capabilities
Latest ICAO manuals
ICAO Aerodrome Design Manual Part 5 Electrical Systems
Other 226 pages · 4.1 MB · ENGuidance on design and installation of electrical systems for aerodrome lighting, covering power supply, distribution, circuits, and grounding.
ICAO VDL Mode 2 Manual
Other 166 pages · 659 KB · ENICAO manual that provides guidance for implementing VHF Digital Link (VDL) Mode 2, covering system capabilities, protocols and technical specifications.
Questions answered in ICAO manuals
What is the recommended maximum ground resistance for aerodrome lighting systems?
The manual states the maximum acceptable ground resistance is 25 Ω, with a preference for 10 Ω or less.
From: ICAO Aerodrome Design Manual Part 5 Electrical Systems
What is the purpose of this manual?
The purpose of the manual is to provide guidance when implementing VDL Mode 2.
From: ICAO VDL Mode 2 Manual
Which panel developed the VDL SARPs?
The Aeronautical Mobile Communications Panel (AMCP) developed the VDL SARPs.
From: ICAO VDL Mode 2 Manual