Airfield Operations and Compliance Flashcards
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What is the minimum friction coefficient value that triggers a 'POOR' runway condition report under the FAA's Runway Condition Assessment Matrix (RCAM)?
Answer: Below 0.25
Under the RCAM, a measured friction coefficient below 0.25 corresponds to a 'POOR' runway braking condition assessment.
When conducting a movement area training program under Part 139, which component is specifically required for all vehicle drivers operating on the movement area?
Answer: Initial and recurrent training on movement area procedures
Part 139.329 mandates that all vehicle operators receive initial training before operating on the movement area and recurrent training thereafter.
The FAA's Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Out mandate requires which aircraft to be equipped by what date?
Answer: All aircraft operating in certain airspaces by January 1, 2020
The FAA's ADS-B Out mandate required compliant equipment in designated airspaces by January 1, 2020.
Which of the following activities requires a construction safety phasing plan (CSPP) to be submitted to the FAA?
Answer: Any construction or maintenance activity affecting movement areas or flight operations
Any construction or major maintenance on or near the movement area or that could affect flight operations requires a CSPP per FAA AC 150/5370-2.
Under ICAO Annex 14 standards (adopted in US airport design), what color are taxiway centerline lights?
Answer: Green
Taxiway centerline lights are green (inset or elevated), distinguishing them from runway centerline lights which are white.
A Part 139 airport must report which of the following to the FAA within 24 hours?
Answer: Any accident or incident on the airport involving an aircraft
Under 14 CFR Part 139.341, airports must notify the FAA within 24 hours of any accident or incident on the airport involving an aircraft.
What does the acronym 'LAHSO' stand for in airfield operations?
Answer: Landing and Holding Short Operations
LAHSO stands for Landing and Holding Short Operations, which allows multiple aircraft to use intersecting runways or a runway and taxiway simultaneously.