Airport Operations & Traffic Management Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of a Runway Incursion Prevention Program (RIPP) at a towered airport?
Answer: To prevent unauthorized vehicles and aircraft from entering active runways
RIPP programs are designed to prevent unauthorized or incorrect presence of aircraft, vehicles, or persons on runways to reduce collision risk.
An aircraft requests a 'short approach' in the traffic pattern. What does the controller authorize?
Answer: A reduced-distance final leg by cutting the pattern shorter than normal
A short approach allows the pilot to reduce the length of the final approach leg, tightening the traffic pattern when separation and traffic permit.
Which ATIS element is broadcast first per FAA Order 7110.65 standards?
Answer: Airport name, phonetic identifier, and time of observation
ATIS broadcasts begin with the airport name, the phonetic letter designation (e.g., 'Information Alpha'), and the time of observation.
What action must a tower controller take when a pilot reports a bird strike on departure?
Answer: Advise all aircraft in the pattern and file a Wildlife Strike Report
The controller must advise other aircraft of the hazard and initiate a Wildlife Strike Report per FAA wildlife hazard management requirements.
Under what condition may a tower controller issue a 'Land and Hold Short' (LAHSO) clearance?
Answer: Only when the pilot accepts the clearance and weather meets minimums for the intersecting runway
LAHSO requires pilot acceptance, dry runway conditions, and requires the controller to verify the Available Landing Distance (ALD) is sufficient for the aircraft.
What does a flashing green light signal directed at an aircraft on the ground mean?
Answer: Cleared to taxi
A flashing green light signal to an aircraft on the ground means 'cleared to taxi.'
A controller issues 'Runway 28, cleared to land, wind 260 at 12.' What information does the wind component convey?
Answer: A slight crosswind from the left with a mostly headwind component
Wind 260 with Runway 28 (280°) means the wind is 20° left of runway heading, producing a predominantly headwind with a small left crosswind component.
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