ADA Regulations Quiz for Airport Operations

The area of SYD airport bounded by a perimeter fence, including adjacent terrain, roads, and buildings, where access is controlled.

The part of an airport where aircraft are loaded, unloaded, refueled, parked, and undergo light maintenance.

The system responsible for managing air traffic, including ground movements and takeoffs/landings.

A permit required to drive within the airside area of the airport.

A permit authorizing a vehicle to be used on the airside area of the airport.

A rectangular area on an airport designated for the takeoff and landing of aircraft along its length.

A defined area including the runway and a stopway (if provided) intended to reduce the risk of aircraft damage and protect aircraft during take-off or landing.

The part of the airport used for the surface movement of aircraft, including taxiways, runways, and aprons.

An Airside Driving Authorisation, required for driving vehicles on an airport's airside. It grants access to specific areas and requires meeting specific requirements.

A Red Aviation Security Identification Card, necessary for obtaining an ADA, that verifies the holder's security clearance for airside access.

An Airside Driving Authorisation category that allows driving on airside roads and aprons north of the Number 2 Fire Station and north of and including the Taxiway Kilo Standoff Apron.

An Airside Driving Authorisation category that allows driving on airside roads and aprons south of the Number 2 Fire Station and the southern side of the Taxiway Kilo Standoff Apron.

An Airside Driving Authorisation category that expands on CAT 2 ADA by adding authorized areas of the manoeuvring area used for aircraft push back operations on the International precinct.

An Airside Driving Authorisation category that expands on CAT 2 ADA by adding authorized areas of the manoeuvring area used for aircraft push back operations on the Domestic precinct.

An Airside Driving Authorisation category that allows driving on airside roads, aprons, and taxiways.

A defined path on an airport for aircraft to taxi between different areas, including runways, gates, and parking stands.

A vehicle locator device that helps track vehicles on the airport's surface and is compatible with advanced surface movement guidance systems.

The area of an airport that is accessible only to authorized personnel and vehicles involved in aircraft operations.

An Authority to Drive Airside, a permit issued by Sydney Airport (SYD) that allows a driver to operate a vehicle on the airside.

To obtain an ADA, drivers must be employed by a vehicle operator at Sydney Airport and have a proven need to frequently drive on the airside.

The department at Sydney Airport that issues ADA permits and oversees airside vehicle control policy.

A comprehensive document that outlines the rules and regulations for driving on the airside at Sydney Airport.

A taxiway is used for taxiing aircraft between different points on the airport, while a runway is used for takeoff and landing.

A driver with an ADA permit supervises other vehicles on the airside (within the airport perimeter).

Drivers being escorted must follow specific rules, including staying close to the escort and yielding to aircraft.

The maximum allowed convoy is 2 large semi-trailers or 4 non-articulated vehicles; exceeding this requires a second escort.

ADA holders are responsible for the actions of their escorted vehicles and passengers, ensuring they comply with airside rules.

If unsure about escort procedures, contact the Airfield Operations Supervisor (Car 2) or the IOC.

LVP are implemented when visibility is reduced to less than 800m or cloud base below 200ft, restricting aircraft and vehicle movements.

Airport operators receive SMS notifications of LVP implementation. All personnel must comply with restrictions.

During LVP, ATC directly manages traffic on the movement area (including runways and taxiways).

Vehicles without working warning lights, beacons or radios entering the Manoeuvring Area must be escorted by a properly equipped vehicle.

Vehicles operating airside must display company logos or names and phone numbers clearly visible from at least 15 metres.

All electric baggage tugs operating airside must use a squawker alert system.

SYD RSCs conduct various airside duties including aircraft and vehicle escorts, enforcing driving rules, monitoring debris, and overseeing aircraft and apron operations.

The SYD Manager Aviation Safety Systems may provide a copy of the AVCH, Pocketbooks, Airside Driver Awareness eLearning courses, and airport maps to those applying for ADA/AUA.

Drivers must follow instructions from SYD Airfield Operations Officers/RSCs, stop for SYD vehicles with warning beacons, and give way to them.

The vehicle operator is responsible for ensuring the vehicle is serviceable. If the vehicle is unserviceable, it must not be used.

Drivers must stop for any RSC conducting airside driving enforcement and provide their ASIC, ADA, and state or territory licence for inspection.

The Ground Based Augmentation System (GBAS) limits vehicle use near the Hook roadway and Emergency Evacuation Facility No. 2.

Vehicles operating on the Hook roadway near GBAS must have a CAT 2S ADA or higher, not exceed 3 meters in height, and not stop on the roadway.

Vehicles may park on the roadway adjacent to Emergency Evacuation Facility No. 2 to access the GBAS site.

Specific locations have height restrictions for vehicles, including underpasses, terminal buildings, and aprons, which are clearly marked.

Vehicles must not transit under any building if their height, including components like aerials or extensions, exceeds the posted maximum height limit.

The Airside Driving Pocketbook is a guide for drivers navigating the airport's airside, outlining rules and restrictions.

Vehicles and equipment must not be parked or left in areas that obstruct aircraft movement or pedestrian access, or in areas designated by signage.

Drivers exceeding height restrictions and without an airport radio must contact the Airfield Operations Supervisor for an escort.