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PCL854 revolutionizes small airport operations with our Pilot Controlled Lighting System, prioritizing innovation, safety, and efficiency. Our solutions empower airport operators for enhanced nighttime operations, ensuring pilot and ground personnel safety.
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PCL-854
The PCL-854 is a modern pilot controlled airport lighting controller for use by small airports, designed to meet the type I style A FAA requirements. MANY DETAILS BELOW in the drop downs. Coupon Available.
Original price was: $1,899.00.$1,499.00Current price is: $1,499.00.
Additional information
The PCL854 is a the modern pilot controlled airport lighting system for use by small & large airports, designed to meet the type I style A FAA requirements. Pilots activate airport lighting systems using their airborne transmitters via “Clicks”. A Click is a short transmission, a blip of a transmission, that this ground based device hears and recognizes as a pilot trying to activate the lights. After a few clicks, the system activates the lights for a period of time, usually 15 minutes. Also allows for secure internet runway light activation.
Unit is shipped with an attachable telescoping indoor antenna, power supply, USA 110v 3 prong power cord, DC power cord, and wall mount.
International customers may purchase separately, from a local provider, or have on hand, a usable power cord similar to this, only with your correct outlet fitting, with a pigtail, properly rated for the load of 25 watts for the power supply that comes with this unit.
Please read the owners manual (see documents link) and wiring diagrams(in the owners manual) to determine your specific installation needs. Here is a white paper on the premium High Availability feature.
Most customers also purchase the 40A Solid State Relay, Indoor/Outdoor Enclosure and the Enclosure Kit. And do not forget the lights!
- Traffic Alert
- Touch Screen
- Auto Gain
- Secure web runway light activation
- Power Save Mode, Ultra Low Power Draw, Remote Diagnostics, Test Mode, Remote Updates, Data Analytics, Frequency Range, On, Off, Warning Times, Audible Master Caution, Fast Boot, Auto Power Outtage recovery, Made in the USA, Digital Frequency Control, FCC Compliance, ICAO Standards, Transport Canada, FAA Certification, NMEA-4 .
- High Availability Option
WEIGHT: 550 GRAMS
DIMENSIONS: 210mm x 170mm x 37mm (8.26” x 6.7” x 1.5”)
INPUT VOLTAGE: 88 ~ 264VAC @ 47~63Hz
OUTPUT VOLTAGE: Switched Regulated 5.100vdc +-2% 1amp max fused
TEMPERATURE: -40 °F to +135 °F (-40 °C to +57 °C)
HUMIDITY: 0-95% (100% with optional enclosure)
FREQUENCY RANGE: 25MHz – 1750MHz possible, menus allow 118.0 to 136.0 MHz for aviation version
HTSUS/HS Code: 8471.50.0150
ROHS: ROHS Compliant
John Evridge (verified owner) –
What a great feeling when you purchase products that perform above expectations and that have great customer support to boot! Our runway lights and controller have been such a great addition to our private runway at an affordable cost. We were apprehensive about our hot Texas climate (and sunny days) and the effect that it would have on some products. They have been great and withstood a lot! So cool to see a family business that is innovative and produces such an important product for aviation.
George Hall (verified owner) –
We couldn’t be happier with our PCL-854 controller, PAPI lights, and runway lighting system. The entire setup has been excellent—reliable, well-built, and exactly what we needed for our private runway.
The PAPI lights have made a huge difference for nighttime approaches, providing a clear and consistent visual glide path and adding an important level of safety and confidence when landing after dark. We were able to complete the installation in concrete and get everything properly aligned, and the system has performed flawlessly.
The quality of the equipment is outstanding, and you can tell it was designed and built by people who truly understand aviation. It also means a lot to us that PCL is a family-run American company that designs and builds its products here in the USA.
Customer service has been just as impressive as the equipment. They have been knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely interested in making sure everything was installed correctly and working the way it should.
If you’re looking for PAPI lights, runway lighting, or a pilot-controlled lighting system for a private airport or airstrip, I would absolutely recommend PCL. We would purchase from them again without hesitation. Five stars all the way!
Larry Wixom President HOA (verified owner) –
Our airpark struggled for years with our old light controller from WagAero, trying to keep it running with make shift repairs. It was incredible to be able to install a new, modern controller at less than 1/5th the price of any other solution, with features that no other airport light controller has. That someone in the US, makes aviation parts, at a fraction of any other price, with an exceptional level of performance is truly amazing. Not only that, when you call with a question, a real person, speaking English, answers the phone with patience and eagerness to help his customer with questions. The controller has great features like the Traffic Alert and the Evening On feature that our airpark residents love. Upgrades like this not only make the airpark safer, but it increases everyone’s property value per lot owner. So nice not to be fiddle farting with that old controller. This one just works and has for years.
Felix Leborgne (verified owner) –
We installed the PCL in a multi-intensity constant-current system that has runway, taxiway and PAPI lights. We had some issues at the beginning that were all addressed and taken care of by the outstanding customer service from Mike. He even added some features suggested by us.
It has worked flawlessly for the past several months, increasing the availability of the airport when the tower is closed and at night.
Wiscom ApS (verified owner) –
We recently purchased equipment from PilotControlledLightning.com and we couldn’t be happier with both the products and the service.
The equipment is truly world-class. The quality, performance, and attention to detail are exceptional, and it is clear that a lot of expertise and passion goes into developing and delivering these products.
What really stands out, though, is the incredible support. Whenever we have questions, need advice, or need help with something, Michael is always there to assist. He is extremely knowledgeable, professional, friendly, and genuinely committed to making sure everything works exactly as it should. That kind of customer service is becoming increasingly rare, and it makes a huge difference.
It is reassuring to know that you are not simply buying a product and being left on your own afterwards. You get the expertise and support you need whenever a question or challenge comes up.
We can highly recommend Pilot Controlled Lightning to anyone looking for high-quality equipment combined with outstanding personal service. Fantastic products, fantastic support, and truly world-class quality.
We are extremely happy with our purchase and will definitely be coming back for more in the future. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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Anders fra Danmark
Indel Services (verified owner) –
We have the PCL-854 for our private airstrip in support of corporate flight operations. The system works exceptionally, and the customer service from the team at PCL is noteworthy. They were VERY helpful during our setup of the system and have always been responsive to our queries. We would recommend them to anyone!
Marco Rodrigues (verified owner) –
Great device and great support.
At night runway lights works perfectly when we need without waste energy
During the we enjoy a lot the traffic alert function.
It a great safety improvement.
Scott Shalek (verified owner) –
★★★★★
Excellent product and outstanding customer service! The PCL-854 works flawlessly and has performed exactly as expected. The customer service was excellent throughout the entire process—responsive, knowledgeable, and very helpful. Highly recommend both the product and the company!