Atlas / Learn / Glossary HIRL — high-intensity runway light system HIRL · Abbreviation high-intensity runway light system. Source: 14 CFR § 1.2 Related · Abbreviation ABEAM ABEAM ABORT ABORT — To terminate a preplanned aircraft maneuver AFM AFM — airplane flight manual AGL AGL — above ground level ALS ALS — approach light system APU APU — auxiliary power unit