1950s taxiway lights salvaged from RAF Scampton, once originally installed within the aircraft runways. Made by renowned British manufacturer G.E.C., they have been restored and converted to feature pendant lights with a two-part oxidised and powder-coated steel enclosure. The omni-directional glass lens enhances light distribution to the side.
A journey through time of this iconic site, from the launch-pad of The Dambuster Raid, to the home of the Red Arrows - and the lucky salvage of an astonishing array of airfield runway lights.
Read more ...Each vintage light that we salvage is sensitively refurbished and brought back to life by our lighting experts. With these particular taxiway lights, the degraded surfaces were first removed, with the cast steel enclosure purposely, and individually, then oxidised and sealed to maintain its rich surface patina. All the original elements of the light have been retained, including the prismatic refractors and the cast detailing showing the manufacturer’s details: 'G.E.C AZ 201'.
Found in our internal archive of lighting material, the extracts below are taken from an original printed manufacturer's catalogue by GEC showing our 1950s taxiway lights. Discover the intriguing story of RAF Scampton and these vintage lights over on our blog.
Each light is supplied with new ceramic (G9) lamp holder, 2mtrs of adjustable wire suspension, elephant grey braided cable and ceiling mounting plate.
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Diameter:
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Supplied tested to BS EN60598. IP20 for internal use only. All dimensions and weights are approximate.
Established in London, in 1886 the General Electric Company were to become the largest electrical manufacturing organisation in the British Empire and lived up to their description of ‘Manufacturers of everything electrical’ throughout their 100 year history. During the mass industrialisation of the 1950s, GEC were often the supplier of choice for lighting the factories, workshops and mills of Britain with their huge range of light fixtures for every application.
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Why we recommend using energy-saving LED light bulbs in all of our vintage lights.
Where our lights can be used internally and externally, including bathrooms and IP ratings.
Our UK Lighting Industry Association (LIA), British Standards and UL certifications.
Beautiful lights, exactly as described and photographed online, and with very quick delivery. Thank you.
- Henrietta | Kent | UK
What a great little product, saves masses of time and cost rewiring. Will be back for more!
- Chris | Gloucester | UK
I’ve had a difficult time communicating with multiple European-based companies for different projects. skinflint were wonderful and extremely punctual, even with the time difference!
- Monique | USA | Commercial client
These lamps are so practical yet elegant and unique. They’ll add a lot of character to our plain kitchen. The service levels were high - responsive and helpful.
- Clara | London | UK
