Workarounds often expose more hazards than they cure.
This thread is a classic example of a workaround solution to a particular problem – the need for greater awareness of aircraft in the vicinity.
By all means use landing lights, but don’t expect to have any standard; lights are designed for specific purposes and will be / should be used for their primary role. As and when the crew requires more illumination they will / should use landing lights. There are few if any safeguards against a misinterpreted signal from the use of lights when a pilot needs to use them in a ‘non standard’ manner. Workarounds often expose more hazards than they cure.
With a need for greater awareness other devices should be considered either individually or collectively; start with ACAS?