Airfield Lighting System Equipment Replacement Cost
Airfield lighting systems are a vital part of any airport’s operation and maintaining that operation is crucial. Part of maintaining the operation is ensuring the airport’s insurance policy is up to date to cover replacement cost in the event of any damaged cause by natural disasters or vandalism. Like everything else, equipment and replacement cost have fluctuated over the years, so if you haven’t completed an electrical project recently, the amount of insurance coverage may be outdated.
Replacement cost vary from airport to airport depending on several factors, including quantity ordered, location and shipping cost, specific equipment options, and regional economic conditions. To assist an airport in estimating replacement equipment costs, a list of common airfield lighting components installed are listed below. Prices are based on recently bid projects over the past year and include installation cost that would typically be seen on an AIP funded project. Prices reflect equipment and installations meeting FAA requirements and standard details. If you have a piece of equipment not listed below or unsure on actual cost, it is recommended you contact your supplier to get an estimate or contact your Engineer.
| Equipment | Replacement Cost | Comment |
| Beacon Tip-Down Pole | $25,000.00 | This cost varies greatly on height and type of pole along with location. |
| L-801A MI Rotating Beacon | $8,500.00 | |
| L-802A HI Rotating Beacon | $10,000.00 | |
| L-806 LED Supplement Wind Cone | $6,500.00 | Prices vary depending on mounting |
| L-807 LED Lighted Wind Cone | $8,500.00 | Prices vary depending on mounting |
| L-821 Control Panel | $7,000.00 | Prices vary depending on control system |
| L-828 Constant Current Regulator 4kW | $9,000.00 | Prices will vary depending on type |
| L-828 Constant Current Regulator 7.5kW | $11,500.00 | Prices will vary depending on type |
| L-828 Constant Current Regulator 10kW | $13,500.00 | Prices will vary depending on type |
| L-828 Constant Current Regulator 15kW | $15,500.00 | Prices will vary depending on type |
| L-828 Constant Current Regulator 30kW | $21,000.00 | Prices will vary depending on type |
| L-830 Isolation Transformer (30/45W) | $90.00 | |
| L-830 Isolation Transformer (100W) | $115.00 | |
| L-830 Isolation Transformer (200W) | $135.00 | |
| L-830 Isolation Transformer (300W) | $150.00 | |
| L-830 Isolation Transformer (500W) | $175.00 | |
| L-849 LED REIL | $16,000.00 | Includes Base Can, Isolation Transformer, Connector Kits, and Installation |
| L-853 Retroreflective Marker | $150.00 | |
| L-854 Radio Controller w/ Antenna | $5,000.00 | |
| L-858 Lighted LED Sign Size 2, 1 module | $3,700.00 | Includes Base Can, Isolation Transformer, Connector Kits, and Installation |
| L-858 Lighted LED Sign Size 2, 2 module | $4,400.00 | Includes Base Can, Isolation Transformer, Connector Kits, and Installation |
| L-858 Lighted LED Sign Size 2, 3 module | $5,300.00 | Includes Base Can, Isolation Transformer, Connector Kits, and Installation |
| L-858 Lighted LED Sign Size 2, 4 module | $6,000.00 | Includes Base Can, Isolation Transformer, Connector Kits, and Installation |
| L-858 Non-Lighted Sign, 4' | $1,600.00 | |
| L-858 Non-Lighted Sign, 6' | $2,000.00 | |
| L-861 MI Runway/Threshold Light | $900.00 | Includes Base Can, Isolation Transformer, Connector Kits, and Installation |
| L-861 MI LED Runway/Threshold Light | 900 | Includes Base Can, Isolation Transformer, Connector Kits, and Installation |
| L-861 MI Taxiway Light | $650.00 | Includes Base Can, Isolation Transformer, Connector Kits, and Installation |
| L-861 MI LED Taxiway Light | $750.00 | Includes Base Can, Isolation Transformer, Connector Kits, and Installation |
| L-862 HI Runway/Threshold Light | $950.00 | Includes Base Can, Isolation Transformer, Connector Kits, and Installation |
| L-867B Base Can w/ Solid Cover | $450.00 | |
| L-867D Base Can w/ Solid Cover | $500.00 | |
| L-880A PAPI Units | $30,000.00 | Includes Base Can, Power Control Unit, Connector Kits, and Installation |
| L-880B PAPI Units | $28,000.00 | Includes Base Can, Isolation Transformer, Connector Kits, and Installation |
| L-881A PAPI Units | $18,000.00 | Includes Base Can, Power Control Unit, Connector Kits, and Installation |
| L-881B PAPI Units | $16,000.00 | Includes Base Can, Isolation Transformer, Connector Kits, and Installation |
| Radio Interface Cabinet | $10,000.00 | Cost will vary depending on system operation |
| Panelboard, 200A 120/240V | $2,000.00 | Cost will vary depending on panelboard ratings, characteristics, and breakers |
