CAM CAM - Certified Aviation Manager Environmental Compliance and Sustainability Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which federal act is the primary regulation governing aircraft noise standards in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Airport Noise and Capacity Act (ANCA) of 1990

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Clean Air Act

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National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)

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Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)

Question 2

Under the FAA's Part 150 program, an Airport Noise Compatibility Program is designed to:

Accepted Answer

Identify noise-compatible land uses and propose measures to reduce incompatible uses near airports

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Mandate curfews at all commercial airports

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Set engine emission limits for aircraft

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Require airlines to retrofit older aircraft engines

Question 3

An airport's Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) is required under which federal program?

Accepted Answer

EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)

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FAA Part 139 certification

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DOT Hazardous Materials Regulations

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TSA Airport Security Program

Question 4

What is the primary environmental concern with aircraft de-icing fluid (glycol) at airports?

Accepted Answer

It contaminates stormwater and can deplete oxygen in receiving waterways

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It increases aircraft weight beyond limits

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It corrodes airport pavement rapidly

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It creates toxic vapors harmful to passengers

Question 5

Which international agreement sets Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) requirements?

Accepted Answer

ICAO Resolution A39-3

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Kyoto Protocol

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Paris Agreement

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Montreal Protocol

Question 6

An aviation manager overseeing a terminal expansion must file an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) under NEPA when the project:

Accepted Answer

Is federally funded or approved and may significantly affect the human environment

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Costs more than $1 million

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Involves more than 10 gates

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Requires hiring more than 50 new employees