Types of Airports

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What are the three types of runways based on classification?

Visual Runways, Non-Precision Runways, Precision Runways

What distinguishes a visual runway among other classifications?

Marked with runway number and a dashed centerline

Which type of runway does not incorporate an electric glide slope?

Non-Precision Runway

Where would aiming points most likely be included?

Visual Runways

Which material is NOT commonly used in building hangars according to the text?

Grass

What is the primary purpose of an airport terminal as mentioned in the text?

Serving as a departure and arrival place for passengers

What defines Class 1 Principal Airports?

They can serve jet aircraft with a capacity of at least 100 seats

Which airports are considered Community Airports?

Airports primarily used for Regional and Local flights

What is the main characteristic of Unclassified Aerodromes?

They do not have any classification system

Which type of airport is excluded from CAAP's classification system?

Unclassified Aerodromes

What information does a pilot need to review when flying into a different airport?

Communication frequencies, services available, closed runways

What distinguishes Class 2 Principal Airports from Class 1 Principal Airports?

They serve propeller aircraft with a capacity of at least 19 seats

What is the purpose of Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF) at airports without an operating control tower?

To carry out airport advisory practices

Who classifies airports in the Philippines according to the text?

Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP)

Which type of airports are categorized as International Airports in the Philippines?

Airports capable of handling international flights

How often is the updated list of airport classifications in the Philippines released?

Every 3 years

Which airport is NOT listed among the International Airports in the Philippines according to the text?

Baguio

What is the aim of the new classification system for airports in the Philippines as mentioned in the text?

To improve management of the nautical airport system and enhance civil aviation safety

Learn about different types of airports, including Principal Airports serving domestic destinations and Community Airports. Explore the characteristics of Class 1 and Class 2 Principal Airports based on the capacity and types of aircraft they can accommodate.

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