AviMet® Runway Visual Range (RVR) This Runway Visual Range system improves airport safety and operational capacity with automated RVR assessment and reporting. 45 + years of experience 160 + countries served annually 2500 + aviation systems delivered globally 45 + years of experience 160 + countries served annually 2500 + aviation systems delivered globally System overview System overview The Vaisala AviMet Runway Visual Range System is a fully automated RVR assessment and reporting system that gives airports a single, scalable solution. It fulfills ICAO requirements and is the only system approved by the FAA.Suitable for any airport, it makes runway visibility measurement data available to air traffic control, pilots, and others, using the appropriate formats and alerting methods. This way, all stakeholders are able to put RVR information to use immediately and effectively, ensuring safe airport operations and full capacity in all weather conditions.Best-in-class, cost-efficient sensor technology proven over long service livesSuperior data accuracy and consistency in all weather conditionsStand-alone system or an integral part of Vaisala AviMet AWOS (automated weather observing system)Compatible with CATI, CATII or III airportsFlexible and configurable to meet any airport's needs Download brochure ICAO compliant ICAO compliant Vaisala AviMet RVR measures meteorological optical range, background luminance and runway light setting, and calculates runway visual range according to ICAO Annex 3.The RVR values and alarms can be shown on the ATC displays and distributed to PCs, chart recorders, and other digital displays. The reporting format of the RVR values is ICAO compliant and the values can be used in METAR and MET REPORTs. Download brochure FAA certified FAA certified AviMet RVR is the only FAA-approved runway visual range system, and delivers Vaisala’s proven aviation weather management performance and credibility. In addition to high standards in quality control and system requirements, this PC-based system conforms to the toughest specifications and requirements of the aviation industry.You can be sure that the system fulfills your needs and meets FAA requirements, providing critical RVR information to support precision landing and takeoff operations in the National Airspace System (NAS). Download brochure Measurement methods Measurement methods Our runway visual range (RVR) systems utilize the technology the ICAO has defined as the suitable MOR measurement options for RVR assessment: transmissometers and forward scatter sensors.Vaisala’s Transmissometer LT31 is the best choice for accuracy and reliability, especially in the most critical, low-visibility situations, and it exceeds ICAO Annex 3 definitions.Vaisala’s Forward Scatter FD70 is the best available forward scatter sensor for visibility and present weather. Download brochure Explore AviMet AviMet Safe, efficient airport operations are ensured for airports of all sizes with this complete aviation weather management system, even with sudden changes in weather. Learn more AviMet AWOS This Automated Weather Observing System reports on real-time weather and can be customized to detect lightning, runway surface condition, windshear, and more. Learn more AviMet Windshear Alert System The best detection and alert system for windshear is available in a single, reliable solution that dramatically improves the safety and efficiency of take-offs and landings. Learn more System components Forward Scatter Sensor FD70 The Vaisala FD70 is the leading forward scatter technology for visibility and present weather, including runway visual range (RVR) setting the standard in airport weather accuracy. Learn more Transmissometer LT31 The world’s most accurate measurement instrument for runway visual range, this transmissometer provides the best visibility data for aviation safety. Learn more Background Luminance Sensor LM21 Fully featured, stand-alone ambient light sensor for Runway Visual Range (RVR) applications. Learn more Resources Brochure A Clearer Approach to RVR Learn about principles and solutions for accuracy and reliability. Download PDF Brochure FAA PC-Based RVR System Learn about Vaisala's FAA-certified system for Runway Visual Range. Download PDF Blog MEASURING WEATHER AT THE HIGHEST AIRPORT IN THE WORLD See how Daocheng Yading Airport in China stays safe during weather extremes. Read more Get accurate and reliable visibility information An airport's decision regarding what kind of runway visibility solution to use is of critical importance. Get your questions answered and learn about the best visibility measurement solution for your airport’s particular aviation weather and runway management conditions. Contact us
45 + years of experience 160 + countries served annually 2500 + aviation systems delivered globally 45 + years of experience 160 + countries served annually 2500 + aviation systems delivered globally
