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Whelen Orion 360 Beacon LED Lighting FAA TSO

From $619.00 to $716.00
Model Number Whelen Number Description Part Number Price Buy
OR36R1N01-0772010-50Red LED Beacon 14 VDC, 2.6" Base
11-16637
$653.00
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OR36R1W01-0772010-52Red LED Beacon 14 VDC, 3.75" Base
11-16638
$716.00
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OR36R2N01-0772010-10Red LED Beacon 28 VDC, 2.6" Base
11-16639
$653.00
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OR36R2W01-0772010-12Red LED Beacon 28 VDC, 3.75" Base
11-16641
$716.00
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OR36R2WL01-0772010-13Red LED Beacon 28 VDC, 3.75" Base Lower Mount
11-16642
$716.00
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OR36S1N01-0772010-70Red/White Split LED Beacon 14 VDC, 2.6" Base
11-16643
$619.00
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OR36S1W01-0772010-72Red/White Split LED Beacon 14 VDC, 3.75" Base
11-16644
$716.00
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OR36S2N01-0772010-30Red/White Split LED Beacon 28 VDC, 2.6" Base
11-16645
$653.00
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OR36S2W01-0772010-32Red/White Split LED Beacon 28 VDC, 3.75" Base
11-16646
$716.00
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OR36S2WL01-0772010-33Red/White Split LED Beacon 28 VDC, 3.75" Base Lower Mount
11-16648
$716.00
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OR36W2N01-0772010-20White LED Beacon 28 VDC, 2.6" Base
11-16649
$658.00
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OR36W2W01-0772010-22White LED Beacon 28 VDC, 3.75" Base
11-16651
$716.00
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OR36W2WL01-0772010-23White LED Beacon 28 VDC, 3.75" Base Lower Mount
11-16652
$716.00
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Overview

ORION 360 Beacons are the 4th Generation LED beacons for fixed wing aircraft. These are designed to replace legacy 2.6" and 3.75" round beacons. ORION 360 beacons are lower profile than legacy product by 60%. Please see documents for more information on this product.

NOTE: Chroma series bulbs meet all FAA requirements through existing red & green lenses. Clear lens replacement not required
   
California Prop 65 Warning Symbol

WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Features

  • Available in 14 VDC and 28 VDC. Red , Red / White Split, and White assemblies available.
  • FAA TSO-C96a Class III
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Reviews

Easy install. I wish that it had a lip to keep water out since it sits inside of the mounting flange. Whelen states that you have to seal the crack with silicone. Not exactly elegant, but its up high where people will not see it.

Gary B Verified Purchase

Whelen OR36R1W Red LED Beacon 14 VDC 3.75 Upper

October 1, 2024

I purchased two of these to replace Whelen 70509 flashers on my Cessna 140. I have a 14V system and a generator and needed to reduce the amp load to mitigate battery drainage during low RPM operations. The average amp draw on the LEDs is over 60% less than the halogen lights! The OR36RIN is all aluminum base and housing. The assembly is well sealed and much better construction than the 70509s. Light is very bright! I talked to the Whelen factory and they advised me to drill a 1/8 hole in the center of the cover of the light that was to be mounted on the bottom of the fuselage (take the cover off before you do this). I also added a rubberized cork seal between the base of the unit and the fuselage. Price is high, but highly recommended!

Mike P Verified Purchase

Whelen OR36R1N Red LED Beacon 14VDC 2.6 Upper

August 6, 2024

Easy replacement of Cessna strobe beacon, brighter and no radio noise!

Kenneth F Verified Purchase

Whelen OR36R2N Red LED Beacon 28 VDC 2.6 Upper

May 9, 2024

Good quality item

Gilboa T Verified Purchase

Whelen OR36R1W Red LED Beacon 14 VDC 3.75 Upper

April 7, 2024

Excellent product, with excellent support from Whelen. Build quality far exceeded what I was expecting. I anticipate investing in the wingtip strobes as well

John M Verified Purchase

Whelen OR36S1W Red/White Split LED Beacon 14 VDC 3.75 Upper

March 22, 2024

Outstanding

Charles D Verified Purchase

Whelen OR36R1N Red LED Beacon 14VDC 2.6 Upper

January 31, 2024

The recommendations given to me were spot on. It is bright and the amp meter does not move at all

Charles D Verified Purchase

Whelen OR36R1N Red LED Beacon 14VDC 2.6 Upper

January 31, 2024

Pricey but super bright and easy replacement.

John G Verified Purchase

Whelen OR36S1N Red/White Split LED Beacon 14 VDC 2.6 Base

January 30, 2024

Excellent upgrade from the old style rotating beacon.

James C Verified Purchase

Whelen OR36R1W Red LED Beacon 14 VDC 3.75 Upper

December 30, 2023

Gilberto S Verified Purchase

Whelen OR36R1W Red LED Beacon 14 VDC 3.75 Upper

December 25, 2023

Q&A

Please note, Aircraft Spruce's personnel are not certified aircraft mechanics and can only provide general support and ideas, which should not be relied upon or implemented in lieu of consulting an A&P or other qualified technician. Aircraft Spruce assumes no responsibility or liability for any issue or problem which may arise from any repair, modification or other work done from this knowledge base. Any product eligibility information provided here is based on general application guides and we recommend always referring to your specific aircraft parts manual, the parts manufacturer or consulting with a qualified mechanic.

Q: What is the light output for the 2.6 in base 14 Volt red beacon - in lumens or candle power?

It is 100 candle power.

Q: What is the diameter of the larger base Whelen 360? Is it 3.75 or 3.67? The email ad says 3.67 while your online ordering says 3.75. My existing beacon is 3 5/8 or 3.67

The larger size is 3.75" per the technical drawings. We have updated the web page to reflect the correct size.

Q: I have a 1968 PA-32. Are these strobes self contained or do you need the Whelen strobe power supply that I currently have running the tail strobe. Also I have a Whelen self contained belly strobe (SA800EA?) that Id like to replace. Which models would work for the belly? What model would work for the tail?

They are self contained. As for the replacement we would need to know what is currently installed on the aircraft. SA800EA is an STC number that covers several lights.

Q: Is this a PMA part?

The Whelen Orion 360 series is FAA TSO approved for certified aircraft.

Q: Is this Whelen Orion 360 a rotating style LED or do they all flash at the same time?

They all flash at the same time.

Q: Will this beacon work on the top of the rudder of a C172N?

If the aircraft is 1967 through 1977 and has factory fin cap, then yes it will work. 1978 is the transition year from 12 to 28 volt, so you will need to verify voltage.

Q: Does the installation of the Orion 360 on a certified AC require a form 337, or does the FAA TSO allow it to be considered a minor alteration? PA28 161 181 etc. What does FAA TSO imply? 337 or simple logbook entry? I see no STC Documents for these lights.

The TSO should make it just a logbook entry/minor alteration.

Q: How often does this flash? I understand there is a synch cable to make other same beacons flash at the same time, but is there a way to guarantee that they flash at different intervals to aid visibility?

The flash rate of the 01-0772010-50 will be 45 +/- 4 flashes per minute. In regards to synchronization the LED beacon will flash at its own rate and will go in and out of phase with the remainder of the strobes as there is no means of syncing this product.

Q: Which Orion 360 beacon will work on my 1965 172F? My rotating beacon on the tail has died (motor)

Per Whelen: You would need to measure the diameter of the current beacon. It is likely either 3.75 or 2.6".

Q: what beacon replaces the grimes model 30-0437-100 belly strobe in a PA28-180?

14VDC Platform : OR36S1W Or 28 VDC Platform : OR36W2WL

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