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250847 - Airfield Lighting - Grounding vs Bonding

There’s a lot of misinformation out there — from misleading how-to videos to misinformed professionals — when it comes to grounding and bonding in electrical systems, especially in the airfield lighting industry. This insightful session clears up the confusion and dives deep into what these terms really mean, how they differ, how they overlap, and why they matter. Using real-world examples and authoritative standards from the National Electrical Code (NEC) Sections 250.4(A) and 250.4(B), Carl Johnson, ACE, will walk attendees through the often misunderstood principles that keep our electrical systems — and the people who work on them — safe. Key Topics Covered: The critical difference between grounding and bonding Why many commonly accepted practices (like “safety ground rods”) may be ineffective The real role of ground rods in lightning protection vs. personnel safety How proper bonding and grounding work together for system reliability Prescriptive methods for safe installation in compliance with ANSI/NFPA 70 This session is a must-attend for airport maintenance personnel, electrical engineers, and anyone working with airfield lighting systems who wants to understand the truth behind these essential safety practices.

 

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When
12/3/2025 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Eastern Standard Time
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