ACE Airfield Operations and Compliance 3

Question 1

An airport operations employee notices a foreign object (FOD) near the runway edge during a routine inspection. What is the correct immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Remove it immediately and log it in the inspection record

Answer

FOD must be removed immediately during inspection to prevent aircraft damage, then documented in the inspection record.

Question 2

Under 14 CFR Part 139, how often must a certificated airport conduct a self-inspection of the entire movement area?

Accepted Answer

Once every 24 hours at a minimum

Answer

Part 139.327 requires a daily inspection of the movement area and obstacle-free zones at least once every 24 hours.

Question 3

What does a flashing yellow light signal from the control tower mean to a vehicle operator on the movement area?

Accepted Answer

Exercise extreme caution

Answer

A flashing yellow light signal to a vehicle on the movement area means exercise extreme caution.

Question 4

Which document serves as the primary reference for airport pavement marking standards in the United States?

Accepted Answer

FAA Advisory Circular 150/5340-1

Answer

FAA AC 150/5340-1 (Standards for Airport Markings) is the primary U.S. reference for all airfield pavement marking standards.

Question 5

A taxiway centerline lead-off line painted in yellow and black is intended to guide aircraft from the runway to the taxiway. What color scheme indicates an enhanced taxiway centerline near a runway?

Accepted Answer

Alternating yellow and black

Answer

Enhanced taxiway centerline markings use alternating yellow and black paint to warn pilots they are approaching a runway hold-short position.

(ACE) Airport Certified Employee Practice Test

(ACE) Airport Certified Employee Practice Test

ACE Airfield Operations and Compliance 3