AVOP Wildlife and FOD Management

Question 1

What does FOD stand for in the context of airport airside operations?

Accepted Answer

Foreign Object Debris

Answer

FOD stands for Foreign Object Debris, which refers to any object on the airside that could potentially damage aircraft or injure personnel.

Question 2

If you spot a dead bird on an active taxiway, what should you do first?

Accepted Answer

Report it to airport operations or wildlife control

Answer

You should immediately report dead wildlife to airport operations or wildlife control, as they have trained staff and proper procedures for removal.

Question 3

Which of the following is considered FOD that must be reported or removed?

Accepted Answer

A loose bolt found on the apron

Answer

A loose bolt on the apron is FOD and must be removed or reported immediately because it can be ingested by aircraft engines.

Question 4

Why are birds particularly dangerous near runways and taxiways?

Accepted Answer

They can be ingested into aircraft engines causing damage or failure

Answer

Birds can be ingested into aircraft engines, potentially causing engine damage or failure, which is a serious aviation safety hazard known as a bird strike.

Question 5

What is a FOD walk?

Accepted Answer

A systematic inspection of airside pavement to collect debris

Answer

A FOD walk is a systematic sweep of airside pavement areas where personnel walk in a line to visually identify and collect any debris.

AVOP - Airside Vehicle Operator's Permit Practice Test

AVOP - Airside Vehicle Operator's Permit Practice Test

AVOP Wildlife and FOD Management