Safe flight operation
in all weather conditions.
Instrument landing systems.
You can rely on our systems.
A sure instinct is required for the approach and touchdown. Even more so when preparing them.
It’s good to be able to rely on permanently available systems. Better to know that you have a strong partner at your side.
We provide support with individual engineering services and supply all masts for instrument landing systems from a single source.

Glideslope limit switches -
Vertical guidance during instrument approach
FUCHS Europoles offers a special tripod mast construction to accommodate the glide path antennas, which ensures the exact alignment of the glide path antennas. Thanks to the use of glass-fibre reinforced plastic, the glide path transmitter mast does not interfere with the signals and meets the requirements of the International Civil Aviation Organization.
Our glide path transmission towers impress with low deflection even at high wind speeds and can be set up in a very short time.
Complete solutions.
In addition to supplying the masts, FUCHS Europoles also offers a complete product solution for glide path transmission masts. Our customers benefit from many years of know-how and continuous further development of the products. In addition to the mast parts, a complete solution includes a mast foundation as a prefabricated part, the mast ascent including pre-assembly, the lightning protection on the mast and the mounting for an obstruction light. Special solutions are also possible at the customer’s request.
Localizer – for the right landing course
FUCHS Europoles systems are suitable for mounting all types of localizer antennas. Our product range includes an optional GRP substructure with gangway.
Sturdy and adaptable
Thanks to their rigid design, our GRP localizer systems can withstand any weather conditions and jet blasts of up to 270 km/h. The materials used also prevent reflection and interference with radar and radio signals.


Masts for localizer dipole and LPD antenna systems
The Localicer dipole antenna systems are available as 13-element, 14-element and 21-element versions. We build the LPD antenna arrays as 14-element, 20-element and 32-element versions.
With the Localizer dipole antenna systems and LPD antenna systems, we raise all antennas in the group to a uniform height level using GRP masts. From a certain height, we also raise the ADU box of the dipole antennas or the DUCU box of the LPD antennas.
The systems often need to be easily accessible via a stairway/ladder and offer sufficient space for maintenance staff and their equipment. For these cases, we make the outer masts climbable or install a gangway for even better access. This is also made of GRP. The design of the masts and their platforms complies with ICAO Doc 9157 AN/901; Aerodrome Design Manual; Part 6; Frangibility.
The GRP construction method
offers convincing advantages.
Our GRP masts offer outstanding passive safety and have excellent weather and corrosion resistance. No sparks are formed in the event of collisions. The masts are also fire-resistant. Radar or radio signals are not reflected or interfered with. The very low weight compared to steel or concrete enables quick installation on site.
Monitor masts
Another component of an ILS system are automatic monitoring stations – so-called monitor systems. FUCHS Europoles supplies far-field and near-field monitor masts made of fiberglass-reinforced plastic with fixed or tiltable base plates. They are available in versions with earthing cables, cable ducts and lightning protection.
DME masts
Together with glide path antenna masts and near- and far-field monitor masts, they support safe flight operations in all weather conditions. Like all our GRP masts, DME masts are designed to withstand a wide range of conditions such as moisture, wind, temperatures, sand abrasion and chemicals in all climate zones.


TACAN Tower
Unshakably frugal: This mast design for tactical air navigation impresses with low maintenance costs even in extreme climatic conditions. This is ensured by its minimal deflection, maximum corrosion resistance and easy antenna access for maintenance work. Our TACAN Tower is available for extreme locations including foundations in a 40″ container.
GRP Shelter
Thanks to the outer walls made of glass fiber reinforced polyester (GFP), these metal-free protective cabinets are ideal for housing electronics and switchgear at airports. They can be used in the immediate vicinity of the runway and are manufactured in accordance with the frangibility standards of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
Wind measuring masts
Wind measuring masts inform air traffic control about wind strength and direction. Pilots receive the current values immediately before take-off or landing. Wind measuring masts made of glass fiber reinforced plastic (GRP) have a conical shape and thus reduce icing on the mast. If required, additional carbon fiber reinforcement can be added to the mast.
Wind direction indicator
Reliable, corrosion-resistant, virtually maintenance-free: our tiltable wind direction indicators made of GRP and stainless steel demonstrate quality down to the last detail. The windsock holder can be rotated and the windsock is illuminated from below. For glare-free lighting from above, the mast can be fitted with a lighting cross on request.

Here are our
systems in use.

References,
that convince.