Windsock Guides
Choosing the Correct Windsock Size
For licensed aerodromes, choose a 12ft (3.6m) windsock to align with ICAO guidance. For helipads, private airstrips and most industrial sites, a 4ft–8ft windsock on a 3–5m pole is the...
Choosing the Correct Windsock Size
For licensed aerodromes, choose a 12ft (3.6m) windsock to align with ICAO guidance. For helipads, private airstrips and most industrial sites, a 4ft–8ft windsock on a 3–5m pole is the...
Airfield Windsock Maintenance: Best Practice Guide
Airfield windsock maintenance comes down to four habits: a daily visual check as part of the airfield inspection, a quarterly hands-on inspection of fabric and swivel, cleaning as needed, and...
Airfield Windsock Maintenance: Best Practice Guide
Airfield windsock maintenance comes down to four habits: a daily visual check as part of the airfield inspection, a quarterly hands-on inspection of fabric and swivel, cleaning as needed, and...
Choosing Windsocks for Coastal Environments
Coastal sites need a windsock built to a marine spec: PU-coated polyester fabric, stainless steel ring, harness and eyelets, a corrosion-resistant swivel and mast, and a replacement cycle of 6–12...
Choosing Windsocks for Coastal Environments
Coastal sites need a windsock built to a marine spec: PU-coated polyester fabric, stainless steel ring, harness and eyelets, a corrosion-resistant swivel and mast, and a replacement cycle of 6–12...
How Long Does a Windsock Last? Lifespan Guide
A quality windsock typically lasts 6–24 months in service. In sheltered inland locations, 18–24 months is realistic; on exposed coastal, offshore or high-wind sites, 6–12 months is more typical.
How Long Does a Windsock Last? Lifespan Guide
A quality windsock typically lasts 6–24 months in service. In sheltered inland locations, 18–24 months is realistic; on exposed coastal, offshore or high-wind sites, 6–12 months is more typical.
5 Signs Your Windsock Needs Replacing
A windsock needs replacing when it shows visible fading, fraying at the tail, tears or holes, sags in winds that should lift it, or has corroded fittings. Any one of...
5 Signs Your Windsock Needs Replacing
A windsock needs replacing when it shows visible fading, fraying at the tail, tears or holes, sags in winds that should lift it, or has corroded fittings. Any one of...