Custom printed windsocks for all industries and applications. This category includes everything from heavy duty for commercial application to lightweight for sport and residential use

Non customizable windsocks. This category includes airport orange and orange/white windsocks for commercial application as well as American/International/ State flag windsocks, golf pin and other novelty windsocks

Stock and custom printed windsocks for all applications

Custom printed flags and stock flags for all applications

Orange Airport Windsock - FAA Compliant*

Size: 10" x 36"

Frequently Bought Together

Single Hoop Frame for Heavy Duty Windsocks
6" 10" 13" 18" 24"
$69.95
$74.95
$84.95
$144.95
$249.95
HEAVY DUTY
F A A COMPLIANT
Description

Orange Airport Windsock - FAA Compliant* 

Our orange airport windsocks are made of a high quality, long-lasting 300D PU polyester fabric that is tested in real-word and lab conditions. Perfect for aviation, airport and industrial purposes, our hi-vis Fluorescent orange windsocks conform* and surpass FAA standards for colorfastness for airport windcones (how long the color lasts in outdoor weather and UV exposure) and tensile strength. Our airport windsocks are made of 300D PU (polyurethane coated) polyester that is waterproof, hi-vis fluorescent and has superior tensile and colorfastness properties to other windsocks on the market.  

Quality Construction- You can be assured that our orange airport windsocks are made with quality materials and are built to last: The body of the windsock is made of 300D PU polyester, the inlet mouth is constructed with 2 layers of 300D PU polyester, 1 layer of high strength webbing reinforcement and a stiffening band that protects against high velocity winds gusts. 

High Strength Materials: Independent tests on our 300D PU polyester resulted in 1218 Warp (N) and 1221 Weft (N) tensile strength. What does that mean? It means your windsocks are made of a high-strength fabric that is tested to meet the demands of daily use in extreme conditions

Light and Responsive Airport Windsocks-   Lightweight windsocks are imperative to detect slight wind speed and directional changes. Our windsocks are strong and  durable and still fly well in even the slightest breeze.

 


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Sizing

Heavy-Duty Windsock Sizing

So you need a windsock..but now, what size?

Windsock size is often dictated by your viewing distance and how the windsock will be mounted. Of course, if you already have a frame, your windsock diameter will be set and you only need to choose a length that worlds for you. See our Visibility of Windsocks Guide below for more information

 Visibility of Windsocks from a Distance

Visibility of commercial windsocks from a distance. What a windsock will look like from 100 yards away, 250 yards away and 1/4 mile away

 

How to Measure your Existing Windsock

 It can get confusing sometimes on how windsocks are measured. The standard is always to measure windsocks diameter and length and present it as: diameter" x length". See the below infographic guide on how to measure a windsock and determine the diameter

How to Measure Windsock Diameters 

How to measure the diameter of an orange windsock infographic. How to calculate diameter of a windsock

Fitting a Windsock onto Your Double or Extended Hoop Frame

If you have a double hoop or extended hoop frame, you should ensure the replacement windsock you purchase will fit over both the outer and inner hoop of the frame. Every frame manufacturer has a different standard and thus some measuring is required to ensure that your replacement windsock will fit onto your frame. Your two options are:

  1. If you do not have an existing windsock: Measure the diameter of the second hoop as well as the distance from the first hoop to the second hoop. See our visual guide below on which dimensions we require.
Infogrpahic on how to measure a double hoop or extended windsock frame

2. If you do have an existing windsock that fits your frame: Measure diameter of the inlet mouth, the length of the windsock as well as the diameter of the outlet mouth. See our guide above on how to measure a windsock.

Installation

Heavy-Duty Windsock Installation

For Windsock Frame Sizes 18”, 24”, 36” from the Custom Windsock Co.


Step 1) Purchase a Windsock Frame

Step 2) Purchase a stainless steel ¾ NPT female coupling and a ¾  NPT male pole. One size of the coupling will thread into the bottom of the windsock frame and the other will thread onto your pole. The pole you purchase may be long or short, depending on your application and if you are going to attach it to anything else. These can easily be purchased from your local hardware store or here: 

Pole for mounting windsock frames

3/4 NPT pole with 3/4 NPT female coupler

 

Step 3) Attach the pole onto your structure

  • Side of building or wall: You may want to use a vertical mount like this:
  • On another pole: If you’re looking to put your windsock high in the air on a pole, chances are that a small diameter pole like above won’t do the trick. You can use another coupling with one side being ¾ NPT and the other side being larger so it can attach onto another larger diameter pole that can be installed in the ground. The other option is to attach it onto your larger diameter pole with hose clamps or banding

Step 4) Install the windsock with the use of HD UV rated zip ties (don't buy the white ones, the black ones are usually UV rated.  


Note: all frame manufacturers have different specifications. Contact the manufacturer of your frame for instructions on mounting.

How to mount a windsock frame onto a pole for installation. Mounting industrial and heavy duty orange windsocks onto a frame

For Frame Sizes 6”, 10”, 13” from the Custom Windsock Co.

Step 1) Purchase a Windsock Frame

Step 2) Purchase a stainless steel ½ NPT female coupling and a ½ NPT male pole. One size of the coupling will thread into the bottom of the windsock frame and the other will thread onto your pole. The pole you purchase may be long or short, depending on your application and if you are going to attach it to anything else. These can easily be purchased from your local hardware store or here:

Pole for mounting windsock frames

1/2 NPT pole with 1/2 NPT female coupler

Step 3) Attach the pole onto your structure

  • Side of building or wall: You may want to use a vertical mount like this:
  • On another pole: If you’re looking to put your windsock high in the air on a pole, chances are that a small diameter pole like above won’t do the trick. You can use another coupling with one side being ½ NPT and the other side being larger so it can attach onto another larger diameter pole that can be installed in the ground. The other option is to attach it onto your larger diameter pole with hose clamps or banding

Step 4) Install the windsock with the use of HD UV rated zip ties (don't buy the white ones, the black ones are usually UV rated.  

 

Infographic of moutning windsock frames onto a threaded pole

 

Note: all frame manufacturers have different specifications. Contact the manufacturer of your frame for instructions on mounting. 


 

Shipping Policy

Shipping Policy

Get your Windsocks and Flags Online Fast

  • Stock items usually ship within 24 hours (this includes orange and orange/white windsocks). You will be notified if a shipment may take longer.
  • Custom printed products are made to order. Standard turn around time to create an order is approximately 5 business days prior to shipping
  • Shipping occurs Monday-Friday 9:00 AM- 3:00 PM MST

Domestic and International Shipping Costs

Shipping within the Contiguous USA

  • All orders of windsocks enjoy $15 flat rate shipping
  • All Orders of 6"-13" frames and other windsock hardware enjoy $15 flat rate shipping
  • All Orders of 18"-24" frames enjoy $35 flat rate shipping

  • All Flags (Stock, Custom, Rodeo etc.) enjoy free shipping 

Non-Contiguous US States

  • All orders of windsocks enjoy $35 flat rate shipping
  • All Orders of 6"-13" frames and other windsock hardware enjoy $35 flat rate shipping
  • All Orders of 18"-24" frames enjoy $65 flat rate shipping

  • All Flags (Stock, Custom, Rodeo etc.) enjoy free shipping 

Shipping to International Destinations

     

     

     

    Note on all international orders: All duties and taxes that may be incurred upon import are the customer's responsibility.  

    Note: Any of the above shipping timings and costs can be changed at any time at the sole discretion of the Custom Windsock Co.

    Delivery Time

    Actual delivery time will vary based on your chosen shipping method. We typically use UPS to get your products to you fast.

    If we are unable to ship your order within the specified time period you will be notified via phone or email of your order status.

    Need Faster Shipping?

    We pride ourselves on exceeding our customer's expectations. We are a flexible organization and can often do very quick turnarounds if needed. For rush Shipping and Printing options please contact us here.

    Refund Policy

    Cancellations, Return and Refund Policy

    Returns of Products with Defects

    At the Custom Windsock Company, we want you to be satisfied when you receive your products. All custom products are tailor made to your specifications but because all the finishing and sewing is either done by hand or by a person with a sewing machine, sometimes there is potential for human error, however minimal. Under normal circumstances, our quality control department would pick up on it but sometimes things slip through and the order is dispatched. You might be wondering, what do I do incase of a manufacturing defect?

    If our products are faulty in any way, you can return them within 14 days of receipt. You can contact our customer service department by calling 1-833-786-1035 or emailing info@custom-windsocks.com. Let us know your name, order number and concern and we will respond quickly to resolve your issues. We ask you provide a digital image of the fault in your product as well as a clear description of the problem.

    In most cases, we will be able to resolve your issue via email. If the fault cannot be verified, you may  need to return your product to us for inspection.

    Returns of Non Faulty Products

    With regards to all products, we cannot accept the returns of non-defective products. This is especially true for the products that the user has customized and designed as they have been customized as per the customer request.

    Cancellation/Refund Policy

    Grace period 

    Sometimes you may purchase a product but quickly decide that you do not wish to go through with the purchase. We wait 1 hour after you place an order to start accommodating for your order within our manufacturing queue. If you contact a representative by phone or email within the first hour then we will be able to cancel your order and issue a refund for the full amount. This hour begins form the moment you receive your confirmation email.

    If you have any questions, doubts, concerns or things you wish to discuss about the product, feel free to give our team a call to address your concerns.

    After Grace Period 

    • If you have purchased a non-personalized/custom pritned item and you wish to return it prior to it shipping from our facility (after the 1 hour grace period has passed), a 25% restocking fee will be charged. Once a product is shipped, it may not be returned. 
    • You do not have the right to return products that are customized (after the one hour grace period), even if they are not produced or shipped yet.
    • In the unlikely event of a manufacturing fault, please inform us of the issue, provide pictures and we will be happy to replace your product free of charge.
    • Manufacturer faults cover scratches, misprints, stitching or hemming issues. We, the manufacturer, will decide what falls under manufacturer faults.
    • Complaints or claims must be notified to us within 14 days of receipt of goods or in the case of non-delivery, a reasonable time after the goods were expected to arrive.
    FAA Compliance*

    FAA Windsock Compliance*

    The Custom Windsock Co has invested in testing its' fabric with the current ASTM standards as well as real-world conditions.

    The fabric testing standards stated in the FAA Specification for Windcone Assemblies (FED-STD-191A) are outdated and obsolete as they were published in 1978. No commercial lab in the US has the ability to test on these standards anymore. The industry testing standards have been replaced by equivalent ASTM standards.

    We have tested our fabric on:

    ASTM D5035 Standard Test Method for Breaking Force and Elongation of Textile Fabrics (Strip Method) - Type 2C

    • Our fabric results for the above current testing methodology: 1218 N Warp and 1221N Weft  
    • The outdated tests stated in the FAA Specification for Windcone Assemblies require a passing tensile strength of:  667 N Warp and 667 N Weft 

    ASTM G154-21 Standard Practice for Operating Fluorescent Ultraviolet (UV) Lamp Apparatus for Exposure of Materials

    • Our fabric results for the above current testing methodology: Slight change in color over the exposure period
    • The outdated tests stated in the FAA Specification for Windcone Assemblies require require:  “Good” or “Excellent” rating for colorfastness 

    Conclusion

    We are confident that, if the FED-STD-191A standards were being tested today by any commercial laboratory, our windsock fabric would meet or exceed the requirements stated in FAA Specification for Windcone Assemblies as they have surpassed the equivalent and current industry standards.

    For a detailed review of our testing and compliance with FAA specifications, please see our dedicated page here

    orange airport windsocks for aviation and industrial and oilfield use. Hi-vis fluorescent high quality windsocks

    Excellent UV Resistance to Fading

    Hi-visibility windsocks are of paramount importance. Our 300D PU polyurethane polyester prevents premature fading and UV degradation

    Waterproof Fabric

    The use of waterproof fabrics allows for consistent windsock responsiveness, regardless of the weather. Our 300D PU polyester is coated with a water proof coating and conforms to FAA specifications*

    Fast Production and Delivery

    Stock windsocks are shipped the next business day. Shipping is normally an additional 5 business days within the US, depending on your location. Rush options are available.

    High Strength and Responsive

    Designed for ultimate responsiveness in low and high wind scenarios. Our Airport Windsocks are created to last years in harsh, 4 season, open-field environments and are often used in remote airstrips and heli-pads

    Windsock Sizing Guide

    Visibility of commercial windsocks from a distance. What a windsock will look like from 100 yards away, 250 yards away and 1/4 mile away

    Customer Reviews

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    Sean S. (Jacksonville, US)
    Great Buy!

    Replaced an old, tattered windsock with an 18” FAA compliant one right before our Veteren’s Day fly in at 7NC1. Got many compliments on the new windsock. Can be easily seen from the air. Very happy with order and received within 48 hours of ordering. Definitely a quality buy!

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    Jacob W. (Belgium, US)

    Airport Windsock- Heavy-Duty - FAA Compliant*

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    JoAnne W. (Gresham, US)

    Need to exchange for another size

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    Steve G. (Charlotte, US)

    Awesome windsock! Just what I needed.

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    Kim (Chicago, US)

    Great

    Still Got Questions?

    Our friendly and knowledgable support team is here to answer any of questions.

    ☎️ - 1-833-786-1035, between 9AM and 5PM Eastern Standard Time
    📧 - info@custom-windsocks.com

    Bulk Order Quote

    Feel free to contact us for a quote on bulk orders by completing the fields and including as much information as possible for us to quote you appropriately. Let us know the address and country to which you want your windsocks shipped as well as an approximate time frame during which you wish to have the windsocks in hand.

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