ODALS
What is ODALS?
Omnidirectional Approach Lighting System — omnidirectional sequenced flashing lights on the approach centerline plus runway-end lights, used mainly on non-precision runways for identification from any direction.
Also known as: Omnidirectional Approach Lighting System
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