Airport Safety Guidelines

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What is the primary purpose of the guidelines outlined in the text?

To establish communication protocols between the air traffic control tower and Northrop Grumman

To provide procedures for responding to emergencies during non-operational hours of the air traffic control tower

To outline the scope of responsibilities for the Northeast Florida Regional Airport Authority

To define responsibilities for safe aircraft and vehicle operations on the airport movement area (correct)

Which of the following is NOT listed as one of the entities that can request an emergency response according to the guidelines?

St. Johns County Fire-Rescue personnel (correct)

Air traffic control tower personnel

Northrop Grumman or Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting personnel

Northeast Florida Regional Airport Authority personnel

During what hours are the procedures outlined intended to be followed?

The text does not specify the hours

Only during emergencies or potential emergencies

7 AM to 9 PM (correct)

24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Which of the following FAA orders are referenced in the text as being supplemented by these guidelines?

FAA Order 7110.65 and FAA Order 7210.3 Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, what can be inferred about the location of the emergencies covered by these guidelines?

The guidelines cover emergencies on or in the vicinity of the Northeast Florida Regional Airport Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial entry point for all apparatus according to the SJCFR procedures?

Gate 4-S Signup and view all the answers

Where should first arriving units proceed to for staging at the airport?

North Staging Area Signup and view all the answers

What must the first arriving Officer do as per the SJCFR procedures?

Access the TOWER for a better vantage point Signup and view all the answers

What should responders do if they encounter a communication failure?

Exit the runways immediately upon seeing specific signals Signup and view all the answers

What is the pre-designated Landing Zone (LZ) for ATUs according to NFRA procedures?

South of the terminal through west gates Signup and view all the answers

Who has the final say on where an aircraft should be parked during a bomb threat situation?

Pilot in command Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym ATCT stand for?

Air Traffic Control Tower Signup and view all the answers

Which area of the airport is used for isolating aircraft carrying hazardous cargo or potential bomb threats?

Bomb/Hazardous Cargo Isolation Area Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym ARFF stand for?

Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting Signup and view all the answers

In an ALERT I condition, how should SJCFR responders respond?

Remain in quarters until the alert is upgraded or cancelled Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Air Traffic Control Tower during an ALERT III condition?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym FBO stand for?

Fixed-Base Operator Signup and view all the answers

Which entity is responsible for providing overall protection for the NFRA?

SJCFR Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym SIDA stand for?

Security Identification Display Area Signup and view all the answers

Which entity is responsible for notifying other agencies of emergencies at the airport?

NFRA Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'Unified CP'?

The Unified Command Post, located in the Tower observation area Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

General Procedures

SJCFR will follow these procedures for aircraft emergencies at Northeast Florida Regional Airport (NFRA).

Access and Communication

Enter the airport through Gate 4-S at the end of Estrella Avenue using a Knox Key.
Establish communication with the TOWER on the designated fire channel and identify as "Airport Command".
A tactical channel may be assigned by Fire Rescue Communications.

Initial Response

First-arriving units will stage at the base of the TOWER, holding short of Taxiway "F" (Foxtrot).
Units responding from north of the airport will stage at the North Staging Area (on Gun Club Rd).
Units responding from south of the airport will stage at the South Staging Area (along the perimeter road, north of Estrella Ave, parallel to US1).

Tower Access

The first-arriving Officer may access the TOWER for a better vantage point using a Knox Key and Access Card.

Resource Request

Provide a brief arrival report and identify necessary resources, including specialized equipment, personnel, and other resources.

Emergency Response

Proceed to the emergency aircraft when directed by the TOWER.
Obtain clearance via radio prior to entering or crossing any taxiway or runway.

Unified Command Post

The first-arriving Chief Officer will report to the Unified CP located in the TOWER.

Northrop Grumman ARFF

Will coordinate with "Airport Command".
Will supply a representative at Unified CP.
Will support training and operations.

Runway and Taxiway Operations

All runways and taxiways are considered open and operational unless specified by Unified CP as "suspended" or NFRA is declared "closed".

Safety Precautions

Responder(s) will not enter any movement areas without TOWER authorization or an escort.
In the event of a communication failure, all vehicles will exit the runways immediately if they see red flashing lights from the TOWER, flashing runway lights, or hear multiple blasts from air or electric horns.

Bomb Threat Response

Should any suspicion or threat of terrorism or action be made against an aircraft, the TOWER will immediately notify SJCSO and SJCFR.
The TOWER will direct the target aircraft to the south end and east of Taxiway "A", short of Runway 20.

Landing Zone (LZ)

NFRA is a pre-designated Landing Zone (LZ).
Entry will be made immediately south of the terminal through either of the two west gates, unless directed otherwise.

Communication Failure

In the event of a communication failure, all vehicles will exit the runways immediately if they see red flashing lights from the TOWER, flashing runway lights, or hear multiple blasts from air or electric horns.

Definitions

ATCT: Air Traffic Control Tower ("TOWER")
ARFF: Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting
Airport Command: Initial SJCFR responders when communicating to the TOWER and/or other responding units
Bomb/Hazardous Cargo Isolation Area: Area used for bomb search and aircraft transporting hazardous cargo

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Description

Learn about the responsibilities for the safe conduct of aircraft and vehicles on airport movement area, as outlined in guidelines between ATCT, NFRA, SJCFR, and NGC ARFF. Understand procedures for accidents, emergencies, and potential emergencies at NFRA.