CTO Runway Incursion Prevention 2

Question 1

Which FAA order provides the primary guidance on runway incursion prevention for tower controllers?

Accepted Answer

FAA Order 7110.65

Answer

FAA Order 7110.65 (Air Traffic Control) is the primary directive governing tower controller procedures including runway incursion prevention.

Question 2

What is a 'runway incursion' as defined by the FAA?

Accepted Answer

Any occurrence at an aerodrome involving incorrect presence of an aircraft, vehicle, or person on the protected area of a surface designated for landing or takeoff

Answer

The FAA defines a runway incursion as any occurrence at an aerodrome involving the incorrect presence of an aircraft, vehicle, or person on the protected area of a surface designated for landing or takeoff.

Question 3

A Category A runway incursion is defined as one in which:

Accepted Answer

A serious incident occurred where a collision was narrowly avoided

Answer

Category A is the most severe classification, involving a separation decreasing to the point where a collision was barely avoided.

Question 4

Under what condition should a tower controller issue a LAHSO clearance?

Accepted Answer

Only when the pilot accepts, weather permits, and the available landing distance is sufficient

Answer

Land and Hold Short Operations (LAHSO) require pilot acceptance, appropriate weather minimums, and sufficient declared landing distance.

Question 5

When two aircraft are cleared for simultaneous operations on intersecting runways, what is the controller's primary responsibility?

Accepted Answer

Ensure one aircraft clears the intersection before the other reaches it

Answer

The controller must ensure intersection clearance — one aircraft must be clear of the intersection before the other aircraft reaches it.

(CTO) Air Traffic Control Tower Operator Certification Practice Test

(CTO) Air Traffic Control Tower Operator Certification Practice Test

CTO Runway Incursion Prevention 2