150/5345-28G - Precision Approach Path Indicator (PAPI) Systems

Date Issued

September 29, 2011

Responsible Office

AAS-100,  Office of Airport Safety & Standards - Airport Engineering Division

Description

Contains the FAA standards for the Precision Approach Path Indicator (PAPI) systems, which provides pilots with visual glideslope guidance during approach for landing.

See also--

• Engineering Briefs
• National Airspace System Standards
• Notice to Manufacturers of Airport Lighting and Navigation Aid Equipment about AIP Buy American Requirement (12/19/2011). The FAA is requesting information to determine if waivers to this requirement are needed.

• 150/5345-28G (PDF, 192 KB)