CAM - Certified Aviation Manager Airport Operations and Ground Handling Questions and Answers Flashcards

Which FAA advisory circular provides guidance on airport ground vehicle operations on movement areas?

Answer: AC 150/5210-20

AC 150/5210-20 covers ground vehicle operations on airport movement areas, including driver training requirements.

What is the primary purpose of an Airport Operations Area (AOA) identification badge?

Answer: To control and document authorized access to secured airport areas

AOA badges control and document who is authorized to access secured areas of the airport, per TSA requirements under 49 CFR Part 1542.

Under FAA regulations, who is responsible for the safe operation of ground support equipment (GSE) on the ramp?

Answer: The certificated air carrier operating the ramp area

The certificated air carrier bears primary responsibility for safe GSE operation in ramp areas they control under FAA Part 121 and airport operating certificates.

A Foreign Object Debris (FOD) walk is conducted primarily to:

Answer: Identify and remove debris that could damage aircraft engines or injure personnel

FOD walks systematically clear runways, taxiways, and ramp areas of debris that poses engine ingestion hazards or personnel injury risks.

Which organization publishes the Airport Handling Manual (AHM) that standardizes ground handling procedures globally?

Answer: IATA

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) publishes the Airport Handling Manual, which provides standardized ground handling procedures used worldwide.

What does a 'pushback clearance' from ATC authorize?

Answer: Permission to move an aircraft backward from the gate using a tug

A pushback clearance from ATC authorizes ground crews to move an aircraft backward from the gate into the taxiway system using a pushback tug.