Airport Operations and Regulations

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What is the primary purpose of Airfield Capacity Analysis in airport planning?

To calculate the Annual Service Volume based on aircraft mix and flight operations (correct)

To design taxiway routes and layouts

To evaluate the effectiveness of NAVAIDS

To determine the optimal runway orientation and length

What is the main consideration in determining Runway Requirements?

Airport Reference Code and Taxiway Design Code

NAVAIDS and Passenger Terminal Building design

Taxiway Edge Safety Margin and Airfield Capacity Analysis

Runway Design Code and Airport Reference Code (correct)

What is the primary focus of Airspace Requirements in airport planning?

Determining the optimal taxiway routes and layouts

Evaluating the effectiveness of NAVAIDS

Designing commercial service terminal gates and apron frontage

Assessing the approach and departure procedures to meet existing and future demand (correct)

What is the primary consideration in determining Passenger Terminal Building requirements?

Federal Inspection Services areas and baggage claim space Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of evaluating Taxiway Requirements?

To ensure taxiways meet the Taxiway Design Code and Taxiway Edge Safety Margin requirements Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consideration in determining Commercial Service Terminal Gates and Apron Frontage requirements?

Aircraft Design Group and Airport Design Advisory Circular Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of constructing remote security screening locations at parking lots or other off-site locations?

To reduce traffic in the terminal building and increase security measures Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the 2006 air cargo security regulations on cargo facility design?

A change in designation from AOA to AOA + SIDA Signup and view all the answers

Who should airport planners meet with early in the planning process to ensure compliance with security regulations?

TSA representatives Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of credentialing (badging) more personnel at air cargo areas?

To ensure the higher level of security required at AOA + SIDA designated areas Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of protecting passengers from the weather as they exit the bus and enter the concourse?

It provides a more comfortable and safe environment for passengers Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the National Safe Skies Alliance Recommended Security Guidelines for Airport Planning, Design, and Construction?

To provide a guide for airport planners to ensure compliance with security regulations Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Airport Master Record?

To describe the airport's primary operational and services data Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the FAA's use of the Airport Master Record?

To update aeronautical charts and the Chart Supplements Signup and view all the answers

What is the frequency of completing the Airport Master Record?

Annually Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Title 14 CFR Part 157?

To require airport operators to keep the FAA informed of construction changes Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Chart Supplements?

To provide a reference for pilots flying to or from an airport Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'ripe' in the context of airport development?

Arrived at the fitting stage or time for (a particular action or purpose) Signup and view all the answers