ADA Regulations Quiz for Airport Operations
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What must a holder of an ADA possess in addition to their permit?

  • A First Aid Certification
  • A current and valid Red Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) (correct)
  • An Australian State or Territory passport
  • A recent medical certificate

    • What knowledge is required for ADA holders regarding airport operations?

  • Air traffic control procedures
  • Airport geography, signage, and rules for driving airside (correct)
  • The history of the airport
  • Commercial flight schedules

    • Which category of ADA allows access to runways?

  • CAT 4 ADA (correct)
  • CAT 2PD ADA
  • CAT 3 ADA
  • CAT 2 ADA

    • What equipment must a vehicle have to enter the Manoeuvring Area without escort?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main responsibility of companies regarding their drivers?

    <p>To ensure drivers pass the SYD Airside Driver Awareness tests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum distance from which company logos or phone numbers must be legible on vehicles?

    <p>15 metres</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the CAT 2PI ADA allow a driver to do?

    <p>Push-back aircraft to specified taxiways and aprons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which system must all electric baggage tugs used airside have?

    <p>Squawker alert system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is not required for holders of an ADA?

    <p>Certification in airside security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these areas is included in the CAT 2S ADA?

    <p>Areas south of the Number 2 Fire Station</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must drivers do if a SYD vehicle is blocking the roadway with its warning beacon lights on?

    <p>Stop and wait until it moves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a duty of the SYD Ramp Safety Coordinators?

    <p>Monitoring vehicle fuel levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How must drivers operate in areas they are not authorized in?

    <p>By being escorted by someone with the appropriate ADA category</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What documents may the manager of SYD Aviation Safety Systems make available to applicants?

    <p>Map of the Airport</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must drivers do upon request from Airfield Operations Officers?

    <p>Hand over their ASIC, ADA, and state license</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should an operator do if their vehicle becomes unserviceable?

    <p>Tag it and report it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the apron at an airport?

    <p>For boarding and disembarking passengers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does ATC stand for in the context of airports?

    <p>Air Traffic Control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum height for vehicles operating on the airside roadway on the Hook, except for ARFF vehicles?

    <p>3 metres</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What document is required for a driver to operate a vehicle airside?

    <p>ADA (Authority to Drive Airside)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of vehicles is advised not to stop on the Hook airside roadway except during emergencies?

    <p>Over height ARFF vehicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What height restriction applies to the western perimeter roadway adjacent to Taxiway Alpha?

    <p>3.3 metres</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area of the airport does the term 'landsider' refer to?

    <p>The public access area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For vehicles not equipped with an appropriate radio, what protocol should be followed to ensure clearance for height restrictions?

    <p>Contact the Airfield Operations Supervisor for an escort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Automatic Terminal Information Service (ATIS)?

    <p>To broadcast essential airport information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'manoeuvring area' include?

    <p>Taxiways and runways</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should drivers do when they encounter no parking or no standing signs while driving airside?

    <p>Refrain from parking in those areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) used for?

    <p>To allow access to sterile and security-restricted areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following areas has a height restriction of 4 metres?

    <p>Northern perimeter roadway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a requirement for a driver operating on the Hook airside roadway?

    <p>Must hold a CAT 2S ADA or higher</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a runway strip (RWS) help to achieve?

    <p>To reduce risk during take-off and landing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should drivers do if they need to park adjacent to Emergency Evacuation Facility No.2?

    <p>Park if they are accessing the GBAS site</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does an Authority to Drive Airside (ADA) allow the holder to do?

    <p>Operate a vehicle airside at Sydney Airport within designated areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who issues the Authority to Drive Airside (ADA) permits?

    <p>SYD’s Airside Driving Centre (ADC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for an applicant to obtain an ADA?

    <p>Demonstration of proper and reasonable need for an ADA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does SYD reserve the right to do regarding ADA permits?

    <p>Exercise discretion in issuing or renewing permits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must drivers from other ports do before obtaining an ADA?

    <p>Meet initial application criteria outlined within the AVCH</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a VeeLo used for at the airport?

    <p>Surveillance of vehicle movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a taxiway defined as?

    <p>A defined path for taxiing aircraft linking different aerodrome areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a requirement to hold an ADA?

    <p>Having a valid driver's license from any country</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What identification must the driver being escorted have?

    <p>An ASIC or appropriate visitor pass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum number of non-articulated vehicles that can be escorted at one time?

    <p>4 vehicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must an escort ensure about the vehicle being escorted?

    <p>It maintains a distance that ensures adequate supervision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if the maximum number of vehicles in a convoy is exceeded?

    <p>Have a second escort vehicle at the rear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for the actions of any driver or passengers during an escort?

    <p>The ADA holders escorting the vehicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When are Low Visibility Procedures (LVP) implemented?

    <p>When visibility is less than 800m or cloud base is below 200ft</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are airport operators notified about the implementation of LVP?

    <p>Through SMS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should a vehicle operator do if they are unsure of correct escort procedures?

    <p>Contact the Airfield Operations Supervisor or IOC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Airside Driving Pocketbook 2022

    • This pocketbook provides a quick reference guide for airside drivers at Sydney Airport (SYD).
    • It outlines the rules and regulations for operating vehicles airside at SYD, and must be read alongside the more detailed Airside Vehicle Control Handbook (AVCH).
    • Failure to comply with the rules may result in demerit points and loss of driving privileges.

    Definitions

    • Airport: Defined area of land or water for aircraft arrival, departure, and movement.
    • Airfield and Ramp Operations Officer: SYD representative enforcing Commonwealth Regulations.
    • Airside: Area within the perimeter fence, including roads, buildings, and adjacent terrain.
    • Apron: Airport area for passengers boarding/disembarking, cargo handling, or aircraft maintenance.
    • Air Traffic Control (ATC): Aerodrome and Surface Movement Control (Sydney Tower/Sydney Ground).
    • Authority to Drive Airside (ADA): Authority to drive airside within specified areas.
    • Authority for Use Airside (AUA): Permission for vehicle use on the airside.
    • Automatic Terminal Information Service (ATIS): Information about active runways and weather conditions.
    • Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC): Required for on-duty personnel access to sterile areas.
    • Driver: Any person operating a vehicle on the airside.
    • Escort: One or more persons/vehicles guiding another vehicle safely.
    • IOC: Integrated Operations Centre.
    • Landside: Area of the airport open to the general public.
    • Manoeuvring Area: Taxiways and runways.
    • Markings: Visual aids on the ground defining zones.
    • Movement Area: Area used for surface movement of aircraft, including taxiways, runways, and aprons.
    • Runway: Rectangular area for aircraft take-off and landing.
    • Runway Strip (RWS): Area including runway and stopway.
    • Sydney Airport (SYD): Airport operator.
    • Taxiway (TWY): Path on an aerodrome for aircraft taxiing.
    • VeeLo: Vehicle locator for electronic surveillance.
    • Vehicle: Any self-propelled vehicle on the ground.
    • Vehicle Operator: Individual or company responsible for vehicle operations.

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    Test your knowledge on the requirements and regulations for holders of an Airport Driving Authority (ADA). This quiz covers operational knowledge, responsibilities, and specific categories related to airport driving. Assess your understanding of safety protocols and equipment necessary for accessing different airport areas.

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