Airfield Driving Complete Questions and Answers
This article will provide you with all the questions and answers for Airfield Driving CBT.
1.____Are the portion of the airfield where aircraft or helicopters are parked before, after, or between flights, and for servicing and maintenance.
-Aprons
Which of the following statements is/are true for chocking parked vehicles on the airfield?
Alert or emergency vehicles responding to an emergency/alert are exempt from chocking when parked
2. ___ are routes marked with solid white lines on the edges and a dashed white center line. They are used to guide airfield vehicle operators on the apron
-Vehicle Traffic Lines
3.____are identified by numbers that represent the orientation in compass degrees rounded to the nearest ten degrees.
- Runways
4. A mandatory instruction sign located at a runway holdline will be what color?
-White Letters, Red Background
5. Where would this sign be located 4-22?
-At the VFR Holdline for Runway 4-22
6. Near what airfield pavement marking would the following sign be located?
-VFR Holdline
7. At night the taxiways have internally illuminated signs and ____ edge lights?
-Blue
8. At night and during inclement weather, it is critical you gain permission from and maintain communication with the tower controller while driving in the Controlled Movement Area (CMA).
-True
9. Vehicles with daytime running lights must park in a safe location with the ignition off, parking brake set, and emergency flashers off.
-False
10. For periods of lowered visibility, which of the following statements is true?
-All of the above
11. Prior to driving on the airfield, all drivers must?
- Complete local airfield drivers training and possess proper documentation authorizing airfield driving
12. The speed limit (maximum) when driving a vehicle on a taxiway or inactive runway is
- Determined by the installation commander
13. Which of the following vehicles may be operated in the path of taxiing aircraft?
-Follow me vehicles
14. Which of the following is required when parking a vehicle at the side of any aircraft?
- Both A and B
15. Which of the following vehicles are required to be chocked when parked on the airfield?
-vehicles without an integral braking system
16. Before a vehicle may operate on the runway, the vehicle operator must have which of the following?
-All of the above
17. A Controlled Movement Area violation (CMAV) that is a result of an unauthorized entry or erroneous occupation of a runway or other surface used for takeoff and landing of aircraft regardless of impact on aircraft safety is defined as a _____
-Runway Incursion
18. While operating on a runway, Vehicle operators must obey and respond to radio instructions and light gun signals displayed by which base agency?
-Control tower
19. Clear active runway
20. general warning
21. What are the color of the runway markings and runway hold lines?
- White Runway markings and yellow runway hold lines
22. ____ are the portion of the airfield where aircraft or helicopters are parked before, after, or between flights, and for servicing and maintenance.
-Aprons
23. Which of the following is required when parking a vehicle at the side of any aircraft?
-Both A & B
24. Prior of entering/crossing a runway, drivers will…
- stop at the runway hold line, contact the control tower via two way radio and ask for permission to enter/cross
25. The speedlimit maximum when driving a general purpose vehicle within 25 feet of a parked aircraft is?
-5 mph
26. What is the speed limit for a designated traffic lane within 200 feet of a designated Aircraft Parking Area?
- 15mph
27. When are vehicles, responding to red ball incidents, allowed to exceed speed limits?
-They are not allowed to exceed speed limits.
28. Pick the correct statement
-runway numbers represent the orientation of the runway approach in compass degrees rounded to the nearest ten degrees
29. Crossing the runway hold lines and entering a runway without ATC approval will result in?
-All of the above
30. What is depicted below, and what must a driver do when they approach it?
-Instrument hold line; obtain approval from tower during inclement weather before crossing
31. Which of the following statements is/are true for chocking parked vehicles on the airfield?
- all vehicles are required to be chocked
32. When parking a vehicle with a manual transmission in close proximity to an aircraft, what gear is the transmission left in?
- Reverse
33. Which of the following actions are required when parking a vehicle on the airfield?
- All of the above
34. When an aircraft’s engines are being operated, vehicles will not be parked less then____/____ of an aircraft?
-25 ft in front/ 200 ft to the rear
35. What must an operator do when approaching an active runway?
- stop, contact the tower to ask permission to cross the runway
36. Personnel operating within the controlled movement are will have two-way radio contact with the control tower, or?
- will have an escort with two-way radio with control tower for the entire time they are in movement area
37. When approaching an aircraft at night, vehicle operators should do which of the following
-Turn off headlights and leave parking lights on
38. Except when an aircraft is being serviced, loaded, or unloaded, vehicles should never be driven within ___ feet of an aircraft?
-25 feet
39. When entering the airfield, vehicle operators must perform which of the folliwng
-all of the above
40. What are the leading cause(s) of runway incursions?
All of the above
41. Before entering the controlled movement area, vehicle operators must do which of the folowing?
-all of the above
42. During an aircraft emergency on the runway which of the following vehicles have permission to cross the runway without contacting the Control Tower for approval?
-none of the above
43. All vehicles must approach parked aircraft
- With the driver’s side of the vehicle toward the aircraft
44. Which is a correct statement concerning communications?
- All of the above
45. When communicating with the tower which communication is correct?
-Tower! Maintenance One, at Taxiway Alpha, request permission to cross runway 12
46. If a portion of the Control Tower’s transmission is ‘garbled’ or ‘stepped on’ what should you do
-Ask the Tower to repeat the transmission by saying ‘say again’
47. During Inclement weather or at night what must a vehicle temporarily parked on any part of the aircraft apron do with their vehicle lights?
Turn on flashing lights (caution)
When approaching an aircraft at night vehicle operators should do which of the following?
-Turn off Headlights and leave parking lights on
Runway
Paved areas of the airfield used by aircraft to take off or land
What are runways Identified by?
Numbers
Runway Numbers
Represent the orientation of the runway approach in compass degrees rounded to the nearest ten (10) degrees
Parallel Runways
Have same numbers as single runway and add letters (L) left and (R) right
CMR
Control Movement Area
VFR
What is the unit commanders role in the airfield driving program
Appoint airfield driving program manager in writing, limit the number of personnel authorized to drive on the airfield to the absolute minimum, ensure annual airfield driving training is completed, suspends a unit members airfield driving authorization upon suspension or revocation of their civilian drivers license and/or base driving privileges
What are the rules of security forces on the flight line
Ensure safe vehicle operations, issuing citations for unsafe vehicle ops, conduct driving history review for new drivers obtaining airfield dl, respond to cma/runway incursions
How far, at a minimum, away from the runway edge does the cma extend
100ft
Do emergency vehicles responding to an actual emergency need to direct radio contact and permission from keesler ground to enter cma
Yes
Who can authorize access to cma when tower is closed
Command post
What must be on for a vehicle to operate within the cma
Rotating beacon lights or hazards/warning flashers
What is a vfr hold lines purpose
Indicates where a vehicle operator needs permission to proceed from the tower as they are approaching the runway
When and how is an instrument hold line utilized
It is located further from the active runway to prevent taxiing or holding aircraft and vehicles from interfering with signals transmitted to inbound aircraft during instrument meteorological conditions
Do you have to come to a complete stop when approaching the runway and requesting permission from control tower
Yes
Can a vehicle operator with a valid af imt 483 airfield dl and 2 way radio contact with the control tower escort a non radio equipped vehicle requiring access onto the cma or runway
Yes
What does it mean if the runway and or taxiway lights are flashing
The control tower had no contact with you and you need to exit
What sign shows runway hold lines
White numbers on red background
What do taxiway signs look like
Taxiway location signs have black backgrounds worth yellow lettering. Taxiway directional signs have yellow backgrounds with black lettering
Runway edge lights
White/yellow
Taxiway edge lights
Blue
What are the restrictions on operating and parking vehicles on the parking ramps
Do not park or back vehicles within 10ft of an a/c except when specifically authorized
Unattended vehicles on the airfield will be left in what configuration
Ignition off, key left in ignition, doors unlocked, in park or lowest gear, parking brake set
Speed: a/c parking area and access lanes
15mph
Speed: Special purpose vehicles
10mph
Speed: vehicle towing a/c
5mph
Speed: operating w/in 25 ft of a/c
5mph
Speed: runways
35mph
Speed: taxiway
15mph
How close to the front and treat of an a/c can you drive if the engines are in operation or about to be started
25 ft to the front and 200 ft to the rear
300f t
No explosive lade
100ft
Only emergency vehicles
50ft
Walking guide
Lightning w/in 5ft
No vehicles
Steady green
Go
Flashing red
Clear the runway
Flashing white
Return to starting point
Red and green flashing
General warning caution
Steady red
Stop
Are bicycles allowed on the flightline
Yes but not in the cma
Are golf carts allowed
Yes
Where is the dv red carpet
Spot 16
What should you do if your headlights are pointed towered a taxiing a/c during night ops
Steer away turn off headlights, turn on parking lights
What is on taxiway Charlie that drivers need to be aware of
Aircraft rinse facility. 30sec it will turn on
Runway incursions
Vehicle in wring place of flightline. Suspension of license
Cma violation
Person enters cma without approval from control tower
What area is used for combat off loads
The concrete portion of taxiway alpha near the backline
ADTP tracks all my airfield driving training requirements with assistance from
a. Squadron Commander
b. Unit Airfield driving Program Manager
c. Supervisor
d. MAJCOM
b. Unit Airfield driving Program Manager
All taxiway lights are what color?
a. Red
b. Yellow
c. Blue
d. White
c. Blue
Cell phones use while driving in the operational area is always allowed
a. True
b. False
c. In emergency
d. Always
b. False
FOD checks are required for which of the following situations?
a. When entering the flightline environment.
b. When returning to a paved taxiway from an unpaved surface.
c. When returning to the aircraft parking ramp from an unpaved surface
d. All of the listed responses.
d. All of the listed responses.
In ADTP my annual refresher training test requirements are?
a. Airfield driving CBT on ADLS and the ADTP Refresher test
b. Night time driving test
c. Daytime driving test
d. Refresher test are not required
a. Airfield driving CBT on ADLS and the ADTP Refresher test
In bad weather using vehicle High Beams
a. High beams do not blind the pilot
b. Use high beams only when driving toward the runway
c. High beams should always used
d. High beams should not be used
d. High beams should not be used
Is this AF Visual Aid a must know or a nice to see
a. Must know and understand
b. A paper weight
c. Nice to have
d. Neither
a. Must know and understand
No obstacle (to include vehicles) will be left within how many feet of a taxiway centerline?
a. 100ft
b. 200ft
c. 300ft
d. 450ft
b. 200 feet
Operators of flightline vehicles should approach a parked aircraft so that the ______ of the vehicle will be adjacent to the aircraft.
a. Passenger's side.
b. Front side.
c. Driver's side.
d. Easiest side.
c. Driver's side.
Prior to driving on the flightline, all drivers must...
a. Complete local flightline driver's training and possess proper documentation authorizing flightline driving.
b. Get checked out by immediate supervisor.
c. Do nothing if trained at previous assignment.
d. Possess a valid state driver's license.
a. Complete local flightline driver's training and possess proper documentation authorizing flightline driving.
Prior to entering/crossing a taxiway outside the runway area, drivers will:
a. Stop and visually determine the taxiway is clear.
b. Proceed with caution.
c. Maintain 15 MPH speed limit.
d. Call AM Operations for clearance.
a. Stop and visually determine the taxiway is clear.
The speed limit (maximum) when driving a general purpose vehicle within 25 feet of a parked aircraft is:
a. 20 miles per hour.
b. 5 miles per hour.
c. 10 miles per hour.
d. 15 miles per hour.
b. 5 miles per hour.
What do you do if you get lost on the airfield?
a. Drive until you see something familiar
b. Contact your work location
c. Do nothing
d. Contact Tower, explain your situation and request assistance
d. Contact Tower, explain your situation and request assistance
What is the speed limit for a designated traffic lane within 200 feet of a designated Aircraft Parking Area?
a. 5 miles per hour.
b. 10 miles per hour.
c. 15 miles per hour.
d. 20 miles per hour.
c. 15 miles per hour.
What must be done when ground support equipment is no longer being used on the aircraft parking apron?
a. It can remain where it is as long as it is chocked and the parking brakes are set.
b. Must be stored in areas that do not violate lateral clearance requirements
c. You must notify AM Operations.
d. You must notify Ground Control.
b. Must be stored in areas that do not violate lateral clearance requirements
When an aircraft's engine(s) is (are) operating or being started, no vehicle will be driven closer than:
a. 35 feet to the front or 300 feet to the rear of the aircraft.
b. 30 feet to the front or 250 feet to the rear of the aircraft.
c. 25 feet to the front or 200 feet to the rear of the aircraft.
d. 10 feet to the front or 100 feet to the rear of the aircraft.
c. 25 feet to the front or 200 feet to the rear of the aircraft.
When an aircraft's engines are being operated, vehicles will not be parked less than ________/________ of the aircraft.
a. 25 feet in front / 200 feet to the rear.
b. 10 feet in front / 100 feet to the rear.
c. 20 feet in front / 150 feet to the rear.
d. 30 feet in front / 300 feet to the rear.
a. 25 feet in front / 200 feet to the rear.
When approaching an aircraft at night, vehicle operators should do which of the following?
a. Turn off headlights and leave parking lights on.
b. Proceed with caution.
c. Turn on parking flashers.
d. Dim headlights from high beam to low beam.
a. Turn off headlights and leave parking lights on.
When driving across a parking apron from point A to point B, what is the proper route a vehicle operator should use?
a. The shortest route possible.
b. Any route the vehicle operator prefers.
c. Diagonally across the apron.
d. At 90 degree angles from the driving lane.
d. At 90 degree angles from the driving lane.
When I have airfield driving questions I must first contact
a. My Unit Airfield driving program manager
b. My 1st Shirt
c. Airfield Manager
d. My orderly room
a. My Unit Airfield driving program manager
When traveling from 1 side of the airfield to the other, I should
a. Look both ways then drive across the airfield
b. Use service roads whenever possible to minimize time spent on taxiways and runways
c. Always cut across the airfield
d. Ask transient alert for runway crossing assistance
b. Use service roads whenever possible to minimize time spent on taxiways and runways
Which of the following vehicles are required to be chocked when parked on the flightline?
a. Vehicles without an integral braking system.
b. Alert or emergency vehicles responding to an emergency situation.
c. Vehicles with an integral braking system that is set.
d. All vehicles are required to be chocked.
a. Vehicles without an integral braking system.
Who must enable my ADTP refresher test?
a. Vehicle ops
b. I can
c. My Unit Airfield Driving Program Manager
d. My supervisor
c. My Unit Airfield Driving Program Manager
You must always use a vehicle spotter(s)when backing toward a aircraft
a. True
b. False
c. Only if one is around
d. When I do not want to bump the aircraft
a. True
All vehicle drivers who operate on the parking ramp/apron and taxiways will give way to Taxiing Aircraft.
a. True
b. False
a. True
ATC approval is required when?
a. During good weather only
b. During IG inpections
c. ATC approval is required to enter the runway at all times, even during suspended/closed ops.
d. During bad weather only
c. ATC approval is required to enter the runway at all times, even during suspended/closed ops.
Common causes of runway incursions? Lack of...
a. Driving Training
b. Situational Awareness
c. Communication
d. All of the above
d. All of the above
During blackout operations (NVD operations) the speed limit is?
a. 5 mph
b. 20 mph
c. 15 mph
d. 10 mph
d. 10 mph
Everyone (vehicles) Must contact the tower and receive permission to enter the runway prior to accessing it.
a. True
b. False
True
Flashing/Hazard lights is not required during night time operations on the airfield. To include all aprons, taxiways, hangars, and access roads
a. True
b. False
False
Ground vehicle operators will yield the right-of-way to all aircraft and remain at least 200 ft away from any helicopter with its rotors in motion.
a. True
b. False
False
How is Taxiway B referred to on the radio?
a. Taxiway Bravo
b. Taxiway Barbie
c. Taxiway Bacon
d. Taxiway Beef
a. Taxiway Bravo
If any portion of your transmission to the tower is "Stepped on" or "Garbled" do not assume the unheard portion is not important. Request the transmission to be repeated by saying what?
a. "10-6"
b. "Repeat"
c. "Come again"
d. "Say again"
d. "Say again"
No obstacle (to include vehicles) will be left within how many feet of a taxiway centerline?
a. 50 feet
b. 100 feet
c. 200 feet
d. 300 feet
c. 200 feet
Parking lights or Flashing lights will be used at night when vehicles are temporarily parked on any part of the aircraft parking ramp.
a. True
b. False
True
Vehicles must be equiped with the TWO items when operating during the periods of darkness?
a. Siren
b. Headlights, taillights
c. Horns, flashers
c. Bird Scare equipment,
d. FOD boss Rotating beacon,
b. Headlights, taillights
Vehicles responding to an emergency on the runway HAVE the blanket permission to enter the runway after an emergency aircraft lands.
a. True
b. False
False
Vehicles without integral braking system are required to be chocked when parked on the flightline.
a. True
b. False
True
What AFI establishes procedures to be used for airfield driving at Travis AFB?
a. TAFBI 13-211
b. TAFBI 13-213
c. TAFBI 13-21-3
d. TAFBI 13-2-13
b. TAFBI 13-213
What is the Phonetic Aviation Alphabet for "N"?
a. November
b. Nancy
c. Nigeria
d. NORAD
November
What is the speed limit for operating a refueling truck?
a. 35 mph
b. 15 mph
c. 10 mph
d. 5 mph
c. 10 mph
What term will the tower use when approved on the CMA?
a. Proceed
b. Go for it
c. Negative
d. 10-4
a. Proceed
When you read back all instructions and clearances what else is included?
a. Runway Identifier
b. Position/Location
c. Hold Short
d. All of the above
d. All of the above
Which number corresponds with 700 ramp?
a. 4
b. 6
c. 7
d. 13
d. 13
Which number corresponds with Runway 21L/03R
a. 3
b. 7
c. 6
d. 10
a. 3
Which number corresponds with spot H13/H14?
a. 4
b. 2
c. 7
d. 8
d. 8
Which number is Twy D?
a. 5
b. 2
c. 7
d. 9
b. 2
Which of the following numbers corresponds with spots S1-S12
a. 1
b. 9
c. 10
d. 7
c. 10
Which of the following numbers corresponds with Taxiway A?
a. 24
b. 26
c. 25
d. 27
b. 26
Who conducts spot checks of drivers on the airfield to ensure they have a valid AF IMT 483 (Competency Card)
a. Maintenance Supervisor
b. Control Tower
c. Airfield Management
d. Command Post
c. Airfield Management
_____are the portion of the airfield where aircraft or helicopters are parked before or between flights, and for servicing and maintenance
a. Aprons
b. Runways
c. Taxiways
d. Terminals
a. Aprons
A flashing green and red light gun signal from the control tower cab means
a. Stop; then proceed
b. Stop; clear the active runway
c. Wait until the aircraft on approach completes a touch and go
d. General warning; Exercise extreme caution
d. General warning; Exercise extreme caution
A flashing red light from the control tower means
a. Clear active runway
b. Stop; Do not move the vehicle
c. General Warning;
d. Exercise extreme caution None of the above
a. Clear active runway
All vehicles must approach parked aircraft...
a. With the front of the vehicle facing the aircraft
b. With the back of the vehicle facing the aircraft
c. With the driver's side of the vehicle toward the aircraft
d. With the passenger's side of the vehicle toward the aircraft
c. With the driver's side of the vehicle toward the aircraft
Always read back instructions to the control tower verbatim before taking any action and allow time for correction, if misinterpreted
a. True
b. False
c. N/A
d. None
a. True
Crossing the runway hold lines and entering a runway without ATC approval will result in
a. Immediate apprehension
b. Suspension of airfield driving privileges
c. Notification to squadron commander
d. All of the above
d. All of the above
If a portion of the control tower's transmission is "garbled" or "stepped on", what do you do
a. As long as your call sign and the word clear is heard, proceed on or across the runway
b. Ask for clarification by asking the tower if you are "clear to cross the runway"
c. Ask the Tower to repeat the transmission by saying "Say Again"
d. Assume the unheard portion is irrelevant
c. Ask the Tower to repeat the transmission by saying "Say Again"
Personnel operating within the controlled movement area will have two-way radio contact with the control tower, or....
a. Maintain radio contact with the Command Post
b. Have radio contact with Base Operations
c. Maintain radio contact with the Maintenance Operations Center
d. Will have an escort with two-way radio contact with control tower for the entire time they are in the movement area
d. Will have an escort with two-way radio contact with control tower for the entire time they are in the movement area
Prior to entering/crossing a runway, drivers will
a. Stop at the runway hold line, visually determine the runway is clear and cross/enter the runway if clear
b. Stop at the runway hold line and coordinate with the Maintenance Operations Center (MOC) and await their approval to enter/cross
c. Stop at the runway hold line, contact the control tower via two-way radio and ask for permission to enter/cross
d. Stop at the runway hold line, contact Airfield Management via two-way radio to gain approval to enter/cross the runway
c. Stop at the runway hold line, contact the control tower via two-way radio and ask for permission to enter/cross
The maximum speed limit when driving a general purpose vehicle within 25 feet of a parked aircraft is
a. 5 MPH
b. 10 MPH
c. 15 MPH
d. 25 MPH
a. 5 MPH
What are the color of the runway markings and runway hold lines
a. Yellow runway markings and red runway hold lines
b. White runway markings and yellow runway hold lines
c. Yellow runway markings and yellow runway hold lines
d. White runway markings and red runway hold lines
b. White runway markings and yellow runway hold lines
What does the term "Wilco" mean
a. The radio conversation is ended, and no response is expected
b. Yes
c. I have received your message, understand it and will comply with it
d. I have not received your message, please repeat
c. I have received your message, understand it and will comply with it
What is the speed limit for a designated traffic lane within 200 feet of a designated Aircraft Parking Area
a. 5 MPH
b. 10 MPH
c. 15 MPH
d. 25 MPH
c. 15 MPH
What must an operator do when approaching an active runway
a. Stop; contact the tower to ask permission to cross the runway
b. During inclement weather only; contact the tower and ask for permission to enter/cross
c. Stop; conduct a FOD check and proceed across the runway
d. Stop; look both ways to ensure the way is clear and proceed across the runway, then contact tower after crossing
a. Stop; contact the tower to ask permission to cross the runway
When an aircraft's engines are being operated, vehicles will not be parked less than ________/________ of an aircraft
a. 10 ft in front/100 ft to the rear
b. 20 ft in front/150 ft to the rear
c. 30 ft in front/300 ft to the rear
d. 25 ft in front/200 ft to the rear
d. 25 ft in front/200 ft to the rear
When approaching an aircraft at night, vehicle operators should do which of the following
a. Dim headlights from high beam to low beam
b. Turn off headlights and leave parking lights on
c. Turn on high beams
d. Turn on parking flashers
b. Turn off headlights and leave parking lights on
When communicating with the tower, which communication sequence is correct
a. Maintenance One, request permission to cross runway 12
b. Tower, I'm crossing runway 12 at taxiway alpha and will report when off
c. Tower, Maintenance One at Taxiway Alpha, request permission to cross runway 12
d. Tower, Maintenance One is crossing runway 12 and will report when clear
c. Tower, Maintenance One at Taxiway Alpha, request permission to cross runway 12
When parking a vehicle with a manual transmission in close proximity to an aircraft, what gear is the transmission left in
a. Neutral
b. 1st
c. Park
d. Reverse
d. Reverse
Which is a correct statement concerning communications
a. Acknowledge all instructions with your call sign
b. If your call sign is not included in the transmission, don't assume the transmission is for
c. Vehicle drivers cannot use the word "clear" or "cleared" when communicating with ATC
d. All of the above
d. All of the above
Which of the following actions are required when parking a vehicle on the airfield
a. Leave keys in the ignition
b. Park vehicle so it does not interfere with aircraft being towed or taxiing
c. Place automatic transmission in park or manual transmission in reverse
d. All of the Above
d. All of the Above
Which of the following numbers correspond with S 1-12/Sugar Ramp
a. 24
b. 15
c. 17
d. 13
a. 24
a. Which of the following numbers correspond with Taxiway H
a. 19
b. 16
c. 17
d. 18
b. 16
Which of the following numbers correspond with H-13 & H-14
a. 1
b. 2
c. 3
d. 4
a. 1
Which of the following numbers correspond with Taxiway D
a. 19
b. 21
c. 22
d. 23
c.
22
Which of the following numbers correspond with the 400 Ramp
a. 9
b. 12
c. 13
d. 15
b. 12
A "radio blind spot" is
a. A hole in the ionosphere through which radio signals will not pass
b. Any place where the vehicle operator cannot see the control tower
c. Any place on the airport where the control tower or the vehicle cannot receive radio signal to or from a vehicle one the airfield
d. Any place in a vehicle where the vehicle operator cannot see the vehicle radio
c. Any place on the airport where the control tower or the vehicle cannot receive radio signal to or from a vehicle one the airfield
A driver must receive permission from which base agency before entering or crossing a runway?
a. Base Flying Unit(s)
b. Control Tower
c. AM Operations
d. Operations Group
b. Control Tower
Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) approval is required when ?
a. During bad weather only
b. During good weather only
c. During IG inspections
d. ATCT approval is required to enter the runway at all times, even during suspended/closed ops
d. ATCT approval is required to enter the runway at all times, even during suspended/closed ops
Before a vehicle may drive on the runway, the vehicle operator must have which of the following?
a. Two-way radio contact with the control tower.
b. Permission from the control tower.
c. Flightline driver's training.
d. All of the above.
d. All of the above.
FOD checks are required for which of the following situations?
a. When entering the flightline environment.
b. When returning to a paved taxiway from an unpaved surface.
c. When returning to the aircraft parking ramp from an unpaved surface
d. All of the listed responses.
d. All of the listed responses.
Leave no obstacles (to include vehicles) within how many feet of a taxiway centerline?
a. 100 feet
b. 200 feet
c. 300 feet
d. 450 feet
b. 200 feet
Major cause of runway incursions is which of the following
a. Clear weather
b. Excessive training
c. Failure to listen to, comprehend and obey ATC instructions
d. Failure to give way to taxing aircraft
c. Failure to listen to, comprehend and obey ATC instructions
Operators of flightline vehicles should approach a parked aircraft so that the ______ of the vehicle is adjacent to the aircraft.
a. Passenger's side.
b. Front side.
c. Easiest side.
d. Driver's side.
d. Driver's side.
Personnel operating on any runway will have two-way radio contact with the control tower or...?
a. Maintain radio contact with the Command Post.
b. Will have an escort with two-way radio with control tower for the entire time they are on the runway.
c. Have radio contact with AM Operations.
d. Maintain radio contact with the Maintenance Operations Center.
b. Will have an escort with two-way radio with control tower for the entire time they are on the runway.
Prior to driving on the Air Field, all drivers must...
a. Get checked out by immediate supervisor.
b. Do nothing if trained at previous assignment.
c. Complete local Air Field driver's training and possess proper documentation authorizing flightline driving.
d. Possess a valid state driver's license.
c. Complete local Air Field driver's training and possess proper documentation authorizing flightline driving.
Prior to entering/crossing a taxiway outside the runway area, drivers must:
a. Proceed with caution.
b. Maintain 15 MPH speed limit.
c. Call AM Operations for clearance.
d. Stop and visually determine the taxiway is clear.
d. Stop and visually determine the taxiway is clear.
Signs, which designates a taxiway, will have which of the following kinds of marking(s) on it?
a. A letter.
b. Numbers.
c. A circle.
d. A dash.
a. A letter.
Taxiway H is what number on the diagram
a. 721
b. 16
c. 18
d. 19
b. 16
The color of runway edge lights are?
a. Amber
b. Red
c. White
d. Blue
c. White
The color of taxiway lights are?
a. Blue
b. White
c. Red
d. Amber
a. Blue
The speed limit for a designated traffic lane within 200 feet of a designated Aircraft Parking Area is?
a. 5 miles per hour.
b. 10 miles per hour.
c. 15 miles per hour.
d. 20 miles per hour.
c. 15 miles per hour.
What does the Air Traffic Control light gun signal "Steady Red" indicate?
a. Stop.
b. Clear the Taxiway/Runway.
c. Expedite your movement.
d. Proceed with caution.
a. Stop.
What should you do if you get lost on the airfield?
a. Keep driving until you see something familiar
b. Contact your work location
c. Do nothing
d. Contact Tower, explain your situation and request assistance
d. Contact Tower, explain your situation and request assistance
Which item on the image indicates the Critical Area Marking?
a. A
b. B
c. C
d. D
b. B
Which letter corresponds to the Runway Hold Position?
a. a
b. B
c. C
d. D
a. A
Which of the following airfield markings designates the boundary of the Instrument Landing System navigation and will not be breached during inclement weather without permission from control tower?
a. A
b. B
c. C
d. D
b. B
Which of the following vehicles are required to be chocked when parked on the Airfield?
a. Vehicles without an integral braking system.
b. Alert or emergency vehicles responding to an emergency/alert.
c. Vehicles with an integral braking system that is set.
d. All vehicles are required to be chocked.
a. Vehicles without an integral braking system.
Which word should not be said on any radio net while operating on the airfield? Especially when talking to the ATC Tower?
a. Roger
b. Proceeding
c. Clear
d. Ok
c. Clear
Taxiway I corresponds with which number on the airfield diagram?
a. 4
b. 9
c. 14
d. 10
c. 14
The vehicle traffic pattern on the south parking ramp is?
a. Clockwise flow with marked traffic lanes.
b. Clockwise flow with unmarked traffic lanes.
c. Counter-clockwise flow with marked traffic lanes.
d. Counter-clockwise flow with unmarked traffic lanes.
e. Both a & c.
e. Both a & c.
All vehicles must maintain ____ with the Tower or be ____ by a vehicle in contact with Tower, while operating on the runway or ____.
a. Line of sight, visible, North Apron.
b. Line of sight, escorted, taxiway.
c. Two-way radio contact, escorted, taxiways.
d. None of the above.
c. Two-way radio contact, escorted, taxiways.
Which of the following statements are not true?
a. Do not park vehicles within an ILS critical area.
b. Do not park vehicles in front of any hangar unless servicing an aircraft.
c. Do not park vehicles within 25 feet of an aircraft, except as authorized for operations.
d. None of the above.
d. None of the above.
The ILS (Instrument Landing System) Critical Area(s) is/are located on which taxiway(s)?
a. HOTEL
b. CHARLIE and DELTA
c. KILO
d. BRAVO and ECHO
d. BRAVO and ECHO
During hours of darkness, if an aircraft is approaching what actions should you take?
a. Keep going, but turn headlamps off and proceed with caution.
b. Stop and turn off headlamps until aircraft has passed.
c. Stop, turn off headlamps, turn emergency flashers or parking lights on until aircraft has cleared the area.
d. Turn around and face the opposite direction of aircraft, then once aircraft passes, turn back and proceed.
c. Stop, turn off headlamps, turn emergency flashers or parking lights on until aircraft has cleared the area.
The following are expected to stop and pick up any FOD on or near the airfield.
a. U-2 Chase Vehicle.
b. Transient Alert.
c. Sweeper.
d. All airfield drivers.
d. All airfield drivers.
Do not park vehicles within ____ feet to the front or ____ to rear on any aircraft when engines are running.
a. 25 feet/800 feet
b. 25 feet/200 feet
c. 200 feet/800 feet
d. 300 feet/800 feet
b. 25 feet/200 feet
When can a vehicle cross a VFR hold line?
a. After looking both ways.
b. When no aircraft are present on the runway.
c. Within explicit Control Tower permission only.
d. With permission from Airfield Operations.
c. Within explicit Control Tower permission only.
Runway edges are marked with ____ lights.
a. White
b. Amber
c. Blue
d. No lights
a. White
Taxiways are marked with ____ paint.
a. Amber
b. White
c. Yellow
d. White/yellow
b. White
Runway crossing will be limited to the absolute minimum and only for mission essential duties.
a. True
b. False
a. True
Which of the following require 5 MPH speeds?
a. Vehicles operating within 25 feet of an aircraft.
b. Vehicles towing an aircraft.
c. Vehicles towing two or more maintenance stands.
d. All of the above.
d. All of the above.
Vehicle operators encountering small amounts of FOD with stop and secure the FOD. Large amounts of debris will be immediately reported to ____.
a. Sweeper
b. FOD Boss
c. CE
d. Airfield Management
d. Airfield Management
At a minimum, a FOD check will consist of the ____________.
a. Inspection of the vehicle tires (pull forward to check tire in contact with pavement). Remove foreign materials (e.g., rocks, gravel, etc.). If driving on unimproved surfaces is required, conduct a FOD check upon exit of these areas or retuning to paved surfaces.
b. A visual check to ensure all external vehicle components are secured. Secure any/all items loaded on payload vehicles, including all tie down device loose ends such as chains, ropes, packaging or other items that may become dislodged during movement while on the airfield.
c. A thorough walk around of the vehicle to check for damaged, loose or worn parts.
d. All of the above.
d. All of the above.
When a vehicle is left unattended on the airfield
a. The ignition will be put in park with the parking brake on.
b. Vehicle will be put in park and the ignition will be off.
c. Keys will be left with the ignition off and brake will be set.
d. Keys will be left in the ignition with the vehicle running.
c. Keys will be left with the ignition off and brake will be set.
Vehicles responding to aircraft maintenance problems, "i.e. "Red Balls," are authorized to exceed speed limits.
a. True
b. False
b. False
Which of the following is the most serious violation on the airfield?
a. Not possessing an AF Form 483
b. Not giving way to emergency vehicles
c. Speeding on the taxiways
d. Runway incursion
d. Runway incursion
The wearing of other portable headphones, earphones, or other listening devices (except for hands free cellular devices) while operating a motor vehicle is only allowed in designated areas.
a. True
b. False
b. False
The VFR hold lines are located at least 100 feet from the edge of the ____ on all taxiways leading in the runway.
a. Runways
b. Ramps
c.Taxiways
d. All of the above
a. Runways
Mandatory signs are ____ that indicate mandatory holding positions for runways or ILS critical area boundaries.
a. Red with white letters
b. White with red letters
c. Yellow with black letters
d. Black with yellow letters
a. Red with white letters
Operating when conditions are less than a reported ceiling of 800 feet or 2 miles visibility, all drivers will hold short of the ____?
a. Taxiway Edge Line
b. Taxiway Centerline
c. Instrument Hold Line
d. Runway Center Line
c. Instrument Hold Line
A runway incursion is entering the runway without authorization from the Air Traffic Control Tower and is the most serious CMA violation.
a. True
b. False
a. True
Before entering the CMA, two way radio communication and approval is required from:
a. SFS
b. MOC
c. Air Traffic Control Tower
d. Airfield Management
c. Air Traffic Control Tower
Which of the following radio phraseology is correct when you request onto the runway 15 from taxiway bravo, but are being told by the Control Tower to "Hold Short"?
a. "Tower, AFLD1 holding short at taxiway bravo.
b. "Tower, AFLD1 will hold short of the runway 15 at taxiway bravo"
c. "Tower, AFLD1 understands, WILCO"
d. "Tower, AFLD1 is proceeding onto the runway at taxiway bravo"
b. "Tower, AFLD1 will hold short of the runway 15 at taxiway bravo"
Controlled Movement Area (CMA)
Any portion of the airfield requiring aircraft, vehicles and pedestrians to obtain specific ATC approval for access.
CMA Violation
An airfield infraction caused by aircraft, vehicles, or pedestrians entering the CMA without approval.
What is the most serious form of CMAV's?
Runway incursions
Poor Training
Inadequate training program, not fully comprehending airfield driving training concepts, not correctly applying operating procedures and drivers failure to complete annual refresher training
Poor Situational Awareness
Unfamiliar with airfield or complex configurations, inexperienced drivers, drivers assuming authorization to enter runway in response to aircraft emergencies
When do you activate headlights, flashers, and/or light bar when on a runway?
In reduced visibility caused by weather or light conditions
True or False: Emergency and incident responses do not change the rules.
True. ATC permission is required to enter the runway without exception.
True or False: Follow other emergency response vehicles on the runway without permission from ATC.
False. Unless you have pre-arranged procedures for escort/convoy
True or False: ATC approval is required to enter the runway at all times, even during suspended/closed ops.
True
Vehicles will not be operated within ______ feet to the front of or ______ feet to the rear of an aircraft with engines running except as prescribed in the applicable aircraft instructions.
25, 200
Vehicles are prohibited within the Circle of Safety, a circular area extending _____ ft beyond the wing tips, nose, and tail of an aircraft (except when the vehicle is used to service an aircraft).
25
All vehicles must approach parked aircraft...
with driver's side of the vehicle toward the aircraft
When leaving a vehicle unattended on the parking ramp at night.....
ignition will be turned off and keys left in ignition, transmission placed in park (automatic) or reverse (manual), parking brake set, parking lights/emergency flashers on
What is the maximum speed limit on the aircraft parking ramp? ______ ; what if within 25 feet of an aircraft? _______
15 MPH; 5 MPH
What is the maximum speed limit on taxiways when well clear of aircraft and in good visibility?
15 MPH
What would you give right of way priority to while driving on the flight line?
If you are an emergency response vehicles responding to an emergency, taxiing aircraft or an aircraft is being towed.
When approaching an aircraft at night, headlights will be...
turned off and parking lights/emergency flashers turned on until aircraft is out of range
What color are the lights used to outline taxiways?
blue
You notice that the INST (instrument) hold sign on taxiway foxtrot is lit. (Tower has turned it on due to poor weather conditions—ceiling of 600' and visibility 1 statue mile). Does the lit sign mean anything to you as a vehicle operator?
vehicle operator must request permission from the tower before proceeding beyond the INST hold line to prevent interference with navigational aids used by arriving aircraft
To proceed beyond a double solid yellow line adjacent to two dashed yellow lines, painted across a taxiway leading to the runway you must:
contact the control tower and obtain permission prior to proceeding
Vehicle operators intending to operate within the controlled movement area (CMA) must____________
Establish two-way radio contact with tower and receive approval prior to entering any portion of the CMA, use all installed vehicle lighting (headlights, emergency flashers and emergency rotating beacons), and have a light gun placard or decal displayed in plain view of the driver.
A controlled movement area (CMA) violation that is a result of an unauthorized entry or erroneous occupation of a runway or other surface used for takeoff and landing of aircraft, regardless of impact on aircraft safety.
Runway incursion
What must you have to be an escort or part of a convoy?
escorts must have approved letter signed by Security Forces and Airfield Management
What item must a vehicle operator have in their possession to enter a restricted area on the flight line?
AF Form 1199, USAF Restricted Area Badge, and AF Form 483, Certificate of Competency
Vehicle operators shall be constantly alert for and will pick up any foreign objects. If the debris is too small or abundant to be thoroughly picked up by hand, vehicle operators will notify:
Airfield Management Operations
As a minimum, how often must all flight line drivers complete refresher training?
Annually
True or False: Once you've completed the flight line driving CBT, provide the score sheet to your Unit Flight Line Driving Program Manager. He/she will document your refresher training on the back of your AF Form 483.
False
True or False: All flight line drivers are responsible for identifying and correcting improper and/or unsafe driving practices immediately and must report flight line driving violations to Airfield Management and Security Forces.
True
ADTP tracks all airfield driving training requirements with assistance from
Unit Airfield driving program manager
True or False: Cell phone use while driving in the operational area is always allowed
False
In ADTP, annual refresher training test requirements are?
Airfield Driving CBT on ADLS and the ADPT Refresher test
In bad weather, should high beams be used?
No, high beams should not be used.
No obstacle (to include vehicles) will be left within how many feet of a taxiway centerline?
200 ft
Prior to entering/crossing a taxiway outside the runway area, drivers will....
Stop and visually determine if the taxiway is clear
The speed limit for a designated traffic lane within 25ft of a designated Aircraft parking area?
5MPH
What do you do if you get lost on the airfield?
Contact tower, explain your situation and request assistance.
What is the speed limit for a designated traffic lane within 200ft of a designated aircraft parking area?
15MPH
What must be done when ground support equipment is no longer being used on the aircraft parking apron?
Must be stored in areas that do not violate lateral clearance requirements.
When an aircrafts engine(s) is (are) operating or being started, no vehicle will be driven closer than:
25 ft to the front and 200 ft to the rear
When an aircrafts engines are being operated, vehicles will not be parked less than ____ to the front, ____ to the rear.
25;200
When approaching an aircraft at night, vehicle operators should do what?
Turn off headlights and leave parking lights on.
When driving across a parking apron from point A to point B, what is the proper route a vehicle operator should use?
At a 90 degree angle from the driving lane.
When you have airfield driving questions, you must first contact:
Unit airfield driving program manager
When traveling from one side of the airfield to the other you should:
Use service roads whenever possible to minimize time spent on taxiways and runways
What vehicles should be chocked when parked on the flightline?
Vehicles without an integral break system
Who must enable the ADTP refresher test?
Unit Airfield Driving Program Manager
True or False: You must always use a vehicle spotter when backing towards an aircraft.
True
True or False: All vehicle drivers who operate on the parking ramp/apron and taxiways will give way to taxiing aircraft.
True
ATC approval is required when?
ATC approval is required to enter the runway at all times, even during suspended/closed ops.
During blackout operations (NVD operations) the speed limit is?
10MPH
True or False: everyone (vehicles) must contact the tower and receive permission to enter the runway prior to accessing it.
True
True or False: Flashing/Hazard lights are not required during night time operations on the airfield. To include all aprons, taxiways, hangars, and access roads.
False
How would taxiway B be referred to on the radio?
Taxiway Bravo
If any portion of your transmission is garbled or stepped on, what should you say when requesting a repeat?
"Say again"
No obstacle (to include vehicles) will be left within how many feet of a taxiway centerline?
200ft
Vehicles must be equipped with what two things when operating during the hours of darkness?
Headlights and taillights
What is the speed limit when operating a refueling truck?
10MPH
Who conducts spot checks of drivers on the airfield to ensure they have a valid AF IMT 483? (comp card)
Airfield management
A flashing green and red light signal means
General warning; exercise extreme caution
A flashing red light signal means
Clear active runway
A "radio blind spot" is
any place where the control tower or vehicle cannot receive radio transmissions
Controlled Movement Area (CMA)
Any portion of the airfield requiring aircraft, vehicles and pedestrians to obtain specific ATC approval for access.
CMA Violation
An airfield infraction caused by aircraft, vehicles, or pedestrians entering the CMA without approval.
What is the most serious form of CMAV's?
Runway incursions
Poor Training
Inadequate training program, not fully comprehending airfield driving training concepts, not correctly applying operating procedures and drivers failure to complete annual refresher training
Poor Situational Awareness
Unfamiliar with airfield or complex configurations, inexperienced drivers, drivers assuming authorization to enter runway in response to aircraft emergencies
When do you activate headlights, flashers, and/or light bar when on a runway?
In reduced visibility caused by weather or light conditions
True or False: Emergency and incident responses do not change the rules.
True. ATC permission is required to enter the runway without exception.
True or False: Follow other emergency response vehicles on the runway without permission from ATC.
False. Unless you have pre-arranged procedures for escort/convoy
True or False: ATC approval is required to enter the runway at all times, even during suspended/closed ops.
True
Vehicles will not be operated within ______ feet to the front of or ______ feet to the rear of an aircraft with engines running except as prescribed in the applicable aircraft instructions.
25, 200
Vehicles are prohibited within the Circle of Safety, a circular area extending _____ ft beyond the wing tips, nose, and tail of an aircraft (except when the vehicle is used to service an aircraft).
25
All vehicles must approach parked aircraft...
with driver's side of the vehicle toward the aircraft
When leaving a vehicle unattended on the parking ramp at night.....
ignition will be turned off and keys left in ignition, transmission placed in park (automatic) or reverse (manual), parking brake set, parking lights/emergency flashers on
What is the maximum speed limit on the aircraft parking ramp? ______ ; what if within 25 feet of an aircraft? _______
15 MPH; 5 MPH
What is the maximum speed limit on taxiways when well clear of aircraft and in good visibility?
15 MPH
What would you give right of way priority to while driving on the flight line?
If you are an emergency response vehicles responding to an emergency, taxiing aircraft or an aircraft is being towed.
When approaching an aircraft at night, headlights will be...
turned off and parking lights/emergency flashers turned on until aircraft is out of range
What color are the lights used to outline taxiways?
blue
You notice that the INST (instrument) hold sign on taxiway foxtrot is lit. (Tower has turned it on due to poor weather conditions—ceiling of 600' and visibility 1 statue mile). Does the lit sign mean anything to you as a vehicle operator?
vehicle operator must request permission from the tower before proceeding beyond the INST hold line to prevent interference with navigational aids used by arriving aircraft
To proceed beyond a double solid yellow line adjacent to two dashed yellow lines, painted across a taxiway leading to the runway you must:
contact the control tower and obtain permission prior to proceeding
Vehicle operators intending to operate within the controlled movement area (CMA) must____________
Establish two-way radio contact with tower and receive approval prior to entering any portion of the CMA, use all installed vehicle lighting (headlights, emergency flashers and emergency rotating beacons), and have a light gun placard or decal displayed in plain view of the driver.
A controlled movement area (CMA) violation that is a result of an unauthorized entry or erroneous occupation of a runway or other surface used for takeoff and landing of aircraft, regardless of impact on aircraft safety.
Runway incursion
What must you have to be an escort or part of a convoy?
escorts must have approved letter signed by Security Forces and Airfield Management
What item must a vehicle operator have in their possession to enter a restricted area on the flight line?
AF Form 1199, USAF Restricted Area Badge, and AF Form 483, Certificate of Competency
Vehicle operators shall be constantly alert for and will pick up any foreign objects. If the debris is too small or abundant to be thoroughly picked up by hand, vehicle operators will notify:
Airfield Management Operations
As a minimum, how often must all flight line drivers complete refresher training?
Annually
True or False: Once you've completed the flight line driving CBT, provide the score sheet to your Unit Flight Line Driving Program Manager. He/she will document your refresher training on the back of your AF Form 483.
False
True or False: All flight line drivers are responsible for identifying and correcting improper and/or unsafe driving practices immediately and must report flight line driving violations to Airfield Management and Security Forces.
True
ADTP tracks all airfield driving training requirements with assistance from
Unit Airfield driving program manager
True or False: Cell phone use while driving in the operational area is always allowed
False
In ADTP, annual refresher training test requirements are?
Airfield Driving CBT on ADLS and the ADPT Refresher test
In bad weather, should high beams be used?
No, high beams should not be used.
No obstacle (to include vehicles) will be left within how many feet of a taxiway centerline?
200 ft
Prior to entering/crossing a taxiway outside the runway area, drivers will....
Stop and visually determine if the taxiway is clear
The speed limit for a designated traffic lane within 25ft of a designated Aircraft parking area?
5MPH
What do you do if you get lost on the airfield?
Contact tower, explain your situation and request assistance.
What is the speed limit for a designated traffic lane within 200ft of a designated aircraft parking area?
15MPH
What must be done when ground support equipment is no longer being used on the aircraft parking apron?
Must be stored in areas that do not violate lateral clearance requirements.
When an aircrafts engine(s) is (are) operating or being started, no vehicle will be driven closer than:
25 ft to the front and 200 ft to the rear
When an aircrafts engines are being operated, vehicles will not be parked less than ____ to the front, ____ to the rear.
25;200
When approaching an aircraft at night, vehicle operators should do what?
Turn off headlights and leave parking lights on.
When driving across a parking apron from point A to point B, what is the proper route a vehicle operator should use?
At a 90 degree angle from the driving lane.
When you have airfield driving questions, you must first contact:
Unit airfield driving program manager
When traveling from one side of the airfield to the other you should:
Use service roads whenever possible to minimize time spent on taxiways and runways
What vehicles should be chocked when parked on the flightline?
Vehicles without an integral break system
Who must enable the ADTP refresher test?
Unit Airfield Driving Program Manager
True or False: You must always use a vehicle spotter when backing towards an aircraft.
True
True or False: All vehicle drivers who operate on the parking ramp/apron and taxiways will give way to taxiing aircraft.
True
ATC approval is required when?
ATC approval is required to enter the runway at all times, even during suspended/closed ops.
During blackout operations (NVD operations) the speed limit is?
10MPH
True or False: everyone (vehicles) must contact the tower and receive permission to enter the runway prior to accessing it.
True
True or False: Flashing/Hazard lights are not required during night time operations on the airfield. To include all aprons, taxiways, hangars, and access roads.
False
How would taxiway B be referred to on the radio?
Taxiway Bravo
If any portion of your transmission is garbled or stepped on, what should you say when requesting a repeat?
"Say again"
No obstacle (to include vehicles) will be left within how many feet of a taxiway centerline?
200ft
Vehicles must be equipped with what two things when operating during the hours of darkness?
Headlights and taillights
What is the speed limit when operating a refueling truck?
10MPH
Who conducts spot checks of drivers on the airfield to ensure they have a valid AF IMT 483? (comp card)
Airfield management
A flashing green and red light signal means
General warning; exercise extreme caution
A flashing red light signal means
Clear active runway
A "radio blind spot" is
any place where the control tower or vehicle cannot receive radio transmissions
The Controlled Movement Area includes the runways and overruns, the area between the runways and overruns and the area extending ________ ft from the runway and overrun in any direction.
175 ft
Which best describes a runway VFR (Visual Flight Rules) hold line position marking?
Four Parallel yellow stripes, two solid and two dashed
Which agency gives vehicle operators and personnel approval into the CMA?
Control Tower
What are the personal and vehicle requirements to operate in the CMA?
Authorization and approval by ADPM and Control Tower, Two-way radio with ramp net frequency, and Light bar or emergency flashers
Which phrase cannot be used while communicating with the Control Tower?
Clear
Which light gun signal means exit the runway or taxiway immediately?
Flashing Red
Light Signals:
Steady green
Approved to cross
Light Signals:
Steady red
STOP!
Light Signals:
Flashing red
Exit the runway onto taxiway (exit runway or taxiway immediately)
Light Signals:
Flashing white
Return to the starting point
Light Signals:
Alternating red and green
General warning: use extreme caution
To cross or enter the runway environment, what procedures are followed?
Establish two-way radio contact with tower, receive clearance to proceed, ensure light are on, and conduct a visual check for aircraft.
List the flight line entry points
1) Northeast Corner
2) Jayhawk Drive
3) Falcon Road South
4) Hangar 10 South
5) Hangar 10 North
6) Hash House
7) Falcon Road North
8) Southwest Ops Ramp
9) Bldg 985 Topeka and Pacer Crag
10) Bldg 981 Topeka and POL
11) Bldg 1132 Topeka and Newton
12) Bldg 1168 Leavenworth and Topeka
13) Northwest Ops Ramp
14) Southwest Ops Ramp
15) Closed taxiway
16) East end of taxiways C and D
List the MAPA entry control points (4.1.6.)
(Mass Aircraft Parking Area) -
1) SE Corner of the MAPA
2) Bldg 1107 and 1166
3) Bldg 1106 and 1107
Speed Limits (4.13.)
Special Purpose and Weapons Vehicles
10 mph
Speed Limits (4.13)
General Purpose Vehicles
15 mph
Speed Limits (4.13)
Taxiways, ramps, and vehicle parking areas
15 mph
Speed Limits (4.13)
AGE towing single units
10 mph
Speed Limits (4.13)
AGE towing equipment multi units
5 mph
Speed Limits (4.13)
Aircraft being towed
5 mph
Speed Limits (4.13)
All vehicles within 50 ft of the aircraft
10 mph
Speed Limits (4.13)
Taxiway A south of Bldg 1218 and Taxiway F when no aircraft are present
25 mph
Speed Limits (4.13)
Taxiway a north of Bldg 1218
15 mph
Airfield access and perimeter roads. All airfield access roads are _____ mph. The centerfield, North perimeters and South perimeter roads are ____ mph.
15 mph / 25 mph
Describe where the VFR hold lines are located and what they consist of:
175 ft from the edge of the runway; two solid lines and two dashed yellow lines on a black background.
When leaving a vehicle unattended on the flight line the operator will: (4.12.3)
Turn off the vehicle, leave keys, put transmission in park (automatic) or reverse (manual, set hand brake and/or chock vehicle, position vehicle so it is not pointed toward any aircraft.
Personal radios are authorized to use while operating a vehicle on the flight line, as long as the volume is kept low. True/False (4.18)
False
Bicycles may be used in the Maintenance Complex. True/False (4.20)
True - exception of CMA. Personnel operating bicycles are required to possess a current AF IMT 483
When driving you must remain at least ____ ft from all aircraft (4.9)
25 ft (except when mission needs dictate otherwise)
If an aircraft has engines at idle, how much distance will you remain from the rear of the aircraft? (4.9)
200 ft (or 900 ft when engines are above idle)
When operating on unpaved surfaces, what steps must be accomplished upon entering paved flight line surfaces? (4.17)
Check tires for rocks and undercarriage for debris, equipment properly stored, pick up FOD that you see or if too large of an area call Base Operations for sweeper support.
Routine vehicle traffic operating on the taxiways will: (4.10.4)
Follow taxi lines and drive immediately to the right of the line.
The transient/delta ramp located south of bldg. 1218 poses no hazards to driving. True/False
False
Runways
01L/19R, 01R/19L
Overruns
The paved portion extending outward from the end of each runway
Taxiways: What taxiways do we have and where are they located
Taxiway A (parallel to runway 01R/19L), Taxiway B (crosses the approach end of runways 19L/R), Taxiway C (crosses runways 01R/19L and 01L/R), Taxiway F (parallel to runway 01L/19R and begins at Taxiway B and terminates at Taxiway D)
_____ are the portion of the airfield where aircraft or helicopters are parked before, after, or between flights, and for servicing and maintenance.
Aprons
_____ are routes marked with solid white lines on the edges and a dashed white center line. They are used to guide airfield vehicle operators on the apron.
Vehicle Traffic Lanes
_____ are identified by numbers that represent the orientation in compass degrees rounded to the nearest ten (10) degrees.
Runways
A mandatory instruction sign located at a runway holdline will be what color?
White letters, red background
At night the taxiways have internally illuminated signs and ____ edge lights?
Blue
At night and during inclement weather, it is critical you gain permission from and maintain communication with the tower controller while driving in the Controlled Movement Area (CMA) True/False
True
Vehicles with daytime running lights must park in safe location with ignition off, parking brake set, and emergency flashers off. True/False
False (emergency flashers on)
For periods of lowered visibility, which of the following statements is true?
A) When visibility is less than 300 ft, refueling and explosive loaded (laden) vehicles will not be operated unless directed by the wing or installation commander.
B) When visibility is less than 100 ft, flight line vehicles (except emergency and alert vehicles) will not be operated on the flight line.
C) when visibility is less than 50 ft, it is recommended that a walking guide equipped with a flashing/luminescent wand be used during emergency movement of alert vehicles.
D) All of the above
All of the Above
Prior to driving on the airfield, all drivers must?
Complete local airfield drivers training and possess proper documentation authorizing airfield driving.
The speed limit (maximum) when driving a vehicle on a taxiway or inactive runway is___.
Determined by the installation commander
Which of the following vehicles may be operated in the path of taxiing aircraft?
Follow-Me Vehicles
Which of the following is required when parking a vehicle at the side of any aircraft?
Vehicle will be clear of the wingtips and must be visible to personnel in the cockpit
Which of the following vehicles are required to be chocked when parked on the airfield?
Vehicles without an integral braking system
Before a vehicle may operate on the runway, the vehicle operator must have which of the following?
Two-way radio contact with the control tower, permission from the control tower, completed airfield drivers training.
A Controlled Movement Area violation (CMAV) that is the result of an unauthorized entry or erroneous occupation of a runway or other surface used for takeoff and landing of aircraft regardless of impact on aircraft safety is defined as a _____.
Runway Incursion
While operating on a runway, vehicle operators must obey and respond to radio instructions and light gun signals displayed by which base agency?
Control Tower
What are the colors of the runway markings and runway hold lines?
White runway markings and yellow runway hold lines
_______ are the portion of the airfield where aircraft or helicopters are parked before, after, or between flights, and for servicing and maintenance.
Aprons
Speed Limits: The speed limit (maximum) when driving a general purpose vehicle within 25 ft of a parked aircraft is ______.
What is the speed limit for a designated traffic lane within 200 ft of a designated Aircraft Parking Area?
15 mph
Crossing the runway hold lines and entering a runway without ATC approval will result in?
Immediate apprehension, suspension of airfield driving privileges, notification to squadron commander
What is true for checking parked vehicles on the airfield?
Alert or emergency vehicles responding to an emergency/alert are exempt from checking when parked.
When an aircraft's engines are being operated, vehicles will not be parked less then _________/___________ of an aircraft?
25 ft in front / 200 ft to the rear
Personnel operating within the controlled movement area will have two-way radio contact with the control tower, or ......
Will have an escort with two-way radio with control tower for the entire time they are in the movement area.
When approaching an aircraft at night, vehicle operators should _________.
Except when an aircraft is being serviced, loaded, or unloaded, vehicles should never be driven within _________ ft of an aircraft.
25 ft
During an aircraft emergency on the runway which of the following vehicles have permission to cross the runway without contacting the Control Tower for approval?
A) Fire Department
B) Security Forces
C) Ambulance
D) None of the Above
None of the Above
All vehicles must approach parked aircraft....
with the driver side of the vehicle toward the aircraft.
During inclement weather or at night what must a vehicle temporarily parked on any part of the aircraft apron di with their vehicle lights?
Turn on flashing lights (caution)
White wingtip clearance lines are painted to ensure safe taxing environment for txy ________.
Alpha
Txy Alpha and Foxtrot are parallel to runway _________.
19L/01R