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**[CM FINANCE & ADMIN]** 1. What precedent did the Air Mail Act of 1925 set? The public should not be burdened with paying for air service. 2. Which Act created the FAA? The Federal Aviation Act 3. What signified the effective beginning of privatized space flight? The final Flight of the US...

**[CM FINANCE & ADMIN]** 1. What precedent did the Air Mail Act of 1925 set? The public should not be burdened with paying for air service. 2. Which Act created the FAA? The Federal Aviation Act 3. What signified the effective beginning of privatized space flight? The final Flight of the US space shuttle 4. What is the minimum number of enplanements your airport must receive to qualify for commercial service status? 2,500 5. What is the correct classification for an airport that is designed by the FAA to relieve General Aviation aircraft traffic from a commercial service airport? 6. What type of airport is entirely owned by the Department of Defense but leases space to a civilian entity to conduct civil flight operations? 7. Which flight operation addresses charter operations? 8. What type of aircraft chart shows obstacles, terrain height, federal airways below 18,000 ft, the location of airports, control towers, navigational aids, and communication frequencies? 9. Which type of approach (to a runway) provides lateral navigational information only? 10. What is the FAA term for the entity that is responsible for governance of the airport? 11. The FAA \_\_\_\_\_\_. 12. Which type of airport organizational structure is not eligible for federal funding? 13. What is the minimum amount of time the federal government must keep a notice of proposed rulemaking out for public notice? 14. What is the typical reauthorization cycle for the FAA? 15. Which of the following documents is a directive to FAA personnel on specific subjects and programs? 16. The federal government has found the use of \_\_\_\_\_\_ to be the most effective means for extending federal government policy to local government units. 17. How long is the airport obligated to grant assurances if the airport accepts federal money for a development project? 18. Which grant assurance tells the FAA if your airport is "trying" to be self-sustainable? 19. Which of the following is considered incompatible land use around an airport? 20. Airport users and tenants are required to adhere to which of the following? 21. Which of the following characteristic of minimum standards most benefits the airport operator? 22. Select the true statement about exclusive rights. 23. What is the rule regarding airport fuel? 24. What is the term for an off-airport landowner that requires aeronautical access to the airport to conduct their flight operations? 25. Which type of budgeting process takes the previous year or period's actual number and adjusts them by a predetermined percentage? 26. What type of budget requires a fresh perspective and reanalysis of all items every year? 27. Which financial statement uses accrual accounting to tell you "When" the money was spent or earned? 28. What is the most common type of aeronautical charge at a commercial service airport? 29. Which type of revenue is incidental to aircraft operations and classified as non-aeronautical revenue? 30. Which of the following is revenue diversion? 31. What is the FAA's position on the airports fee and rental structure? 32. What is the FAA's position on non-aeronautical property? 33. In what type of agreement between the airport and the airlines, does the airline take the majority of the risk? 34. The \_\_\_\_ describes the reason for the airport's existence. 35. Federal procurement policies do not apply to which of the following? 36. In which circumstance does one entity work under a single contract to provide design and construction services. 37. What system records ownership and sage and monitors and maintains items of value? 38. Which of the following relates to the ability of an information technology system to be upgraded? 39. What type of cyber-attack overloads an information technology system with data forcing it to shut down? 40. Which policy covers damage or destruction of other people's aircraft while in the insured custody for storage repair or safekeeping and while in or on the scheduled premises? 41. What type of lease requires a periodic valuation of the property to set new rates? 42. In which approach to leasing space does the airport operator take the most risk? 43. Which entity is required to provide a variety of services to the airport in exchange for the right to sell fuel? 44. According to the FAA what is the primary purpose of the aeronautical use agreement? 45. Which entity has the responsibility to lease space at the airport and commit to long- term financial support and development of the airport? 46. What document is used to update the airport improvement program handbook? 47. Which type of airport improvement program money is disbursed based on a formula, determined by your enplanements, operations, and cargo? 48. Which items are typically not eligible for airport improvement program funding? 49. A large or medium hub airport that collect \$4.50 in passenger facility charges has its airport improvement program passenger entitlements reduced by \_\_\_\_ 50. What types of bonds require voter approval and are closely associated with being issued by states or municipalities? 51. What are the characteristics of the industrial development bond? 52. Which of the following statements best describes how most systems and industries including aviation have developed over time? 53. What event led to the creation of the commercial aviation industry? 54. What principle was established by the Air mail act of 1925 regarding aviation funding? 55. What significant impact did the air commerce act of 1926 have on the aviation industry? 56. What was the one primary responsibilities of the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) established in 1940? 57. What was a direct result of the Airline deregulation act of 1978? 58. What event prompted congress to fund additional acaition safety improvements. Including hiring more air traffic controllers? 59. What is one of the foundational principles that arouse from the works progress administration (WPA) airport projects in the 1930s? 60. How did the transportation security administration (TSA) change the aviation industry after its creation? 61. Which of the following airport sponsorship structure is not eligible for federal funding? 62. What is a fundamental role of the airport executive? 63. Which federal regulation governs land use around the airport? 64. What is the primary responsibility of the FAAs office of airports (ARP) 65. What is the primary responsibility of airport sponsors and airport management? 66. How are airports offer viewed during financial constraints within a municipality? 67. What is a primary role of the airport executive in daily operations? 68. What is one of the major advantages of a municipality operated airport? 69. Which of the following describes the responsibility of an airport sponsor? 70. What is the purpose of the FAAs part 16 rules of practice for federal- assisted airport enforcement proceedings complaint process? 71. Which document updates the federal aviation regulation part 139 airport certification? 72. What is the source of the grant money for the airport improvement program? 73. What percentage of the discretionary fund is reserved for capacity/ safety/security/noise (c/s/s/n) funds? 74. What can the remaining 25 perfect of the discretionary funds, be used for? 75. What was ta direct result of the airline deregulation act of 1978? **[CM PLANNING, CONSTRUCTION, ENVIRONMENT]** 1. Approval of the ALP does which of the following? 2. Which document provides guidance in determining allowable compatible uses such as farming, recreational commercial or industrial? 3. On which airport layout plan drawing can I find information on when and how specific parcels of airport property was acquired? 4. Which document describes the operational data and services of the airport? 5. What does the FAA mean when it says airports should be flexible and expandable? 6. Which master plan product provides a detailed analysis including the inventory, forecasts, and facility requirements? 7. Where can the most accurate information about the future of the air charter industry be found? 8. Which forecast source takes into account the purchasing power of the community? 9. Which part of the master plan includes a list of potential projects to meet the facility requirements? 10. The movement area included which of these? 11. How many aircraft operations are necessary to be considered "substantial use" and thus change the design aircraft for the airport? (Select the lowest minimum threshold) 12. The runway design code is based on: 13. Which area must be graded and available for the runoff of an aircraft? 14. In which area are aircraft allowed to taxi, when associated runway is in use? 15. Which of the following is meant to be available for an aircraft to stop on if the plane experiences an emergency and the pilot has to abort the takeoff? 16. The taxiway design group is based on: 17. Select the true statement about taxiways that are set at a 90-angle to the runway. 18. Which term represents the "footprint" where aircraft are parked during ground operations? 19. The heliport design advisory circular, identifies the location helicopters are intended to land is the \_\_\_\_\_\_? 20. Who keeps a diary of the construction project on a daily basis? 21. What type of imaginary surface is centered on the runway centerline and extends 200 feet past runway end? 22. What type of imaginary surface begins at the sides of the primary surface or the sides of the approach slope surface and extends outward and upward at a ratio 7:1? 23. The conical surface starts at the perimeter of the horizonal surface and continues upward at aslope of 20:1 for horizonal distance of \_\_\_\_\_\_ feet? 24. Which of the following is an element of the passenger processing system? 25. According to the FAA's guidance on planning airport terminal space, approximately \_\_\_ of the terminal is available for rent? 26. What is the critical element in terminal building space planning? 27. The FAA says that an airport should plan for \_\_\_\_ parking spaces per every 1 million originating passengers. 28. "Oriented to be red from viewers perspective and knowledge" relates to which element of airport wayfinding? 29. Related to the location of the terminal building which airport entity is most concerned about short aircraft taxing distances and minimal runway crossings? 30. Which of the following is a disadvantage of common use facilities and equipment? 31. At any given time in commercial terminal building, approximately what percentage of individuals have special needs? 32. Where should corporate and charter company hangers be located? 33. Which environmental subsection relates to the potential impacts and significant determinations? 34. Which environmental category is meant to protect public parks recreational areas wildlife and waterfowl refuges and historic sites? 35. What areas are inundated or saturated with surface or ground water sufficient to support life adapted for life in saturated soil conditions? 36. Which Act raised awareness of the environmental impacts of airport? 37. What does it mean when a project is categorically excluded? 38. Which of the following projects only require the submission of a simple written record to the FAA to fulfill the environmental review process? 39. What is the core purpose of the comprehensive environmental response, compensation, and liability act (CERCLA) in 1980 (AKA the Superfund)? 40. Which of the following is an example of a formal response t an environmental violation? 41. Which sustainability measure category relates to recycling programs? 42. Which entity has final responsibility over the safety of construction on the airport? 43. Which of the following best explains the importance of planning for an airport's future needs? 44. What is the primary purpose of the National Plan of Integrated Airport System (NPIAS)? 45. Which of the following is a graphical representation used to depict current and future airport facilities? 46. Which of the following elements is typically included in an Airport Layout Plan (ALP)? 47. What is the primary purpose of the Airport Master Plan? 48. What does the Airport Master Plan include in its comprehensive study? 49. Which phase in the airport master plan process involves gathering input from stake holders, the local community, government agencies and planners? 50. Which document is updated and included in the Airport Master Plan study to reflect actual or planned physical modifications to the airport? 51. Which airport master plan deliverable is meant to make the plan more understandable to external stakeholders? 52. Which organization provides guidelines on consultant selection for airport grant projects? 53. What must the airport sponsor ensure when awarding contracts for services such as planning studies architectural services and preliminary engineering? 54. What key aspect should the public involvement program in the master plan process focus on? 55. What should the master plan's facilities implementation plan address? 56. What does the selection of a 'Design Aircraft' for an airport generally involve? 57. What is the purpose of the Runway Design Code (EDC)? 58. What are the three components that make up the Runway Design Code? 59. How often must a design aircraft use the airport to be considered for geometric design purposes? 60. What is the primary factor that dictates runway length visibility requirements and navigational approach aids? 61. Which od the following is NOT one of the six factors that FAA requirements for federally funded projects must consider? 62. What is the function of the Runway Protection Zone (RPZ)? 63. What are Declared distances? 64. What does the Runway Visibility Zone (RVZ) ensure? 65. What is the significance of a displaced threshold on a runway? 66. What factors influence the design of a terminal area at an airport? 67. Which of the following is a common operational need for airport tenants? 68. What is the primary impact of serving a large variety of aircraft types and sizes of an airport? 69. What is a characteristic of origin and destination (O&D) airports? 70. How do Hub/ Connecting airports typically manage baggage? 71. What type of terminal configuration involves concourses physically separated from the main terminal building? 72. What is a disadvantage of pier terminal configurations? 73. What advantage does the satellite terminal configuration offer? 74. What is a primary characteristic of Through Airports? 75. Which type of terminal configuration is most commonly used at large hub airports? 76. What is a primary focus of construction projects at most airports? 77. What are the phases of the construction process after an engineering firm is selected for an airport project? 78. Who is responsible for the quality management of federally funded airport construction projects? 79. What should the contract for engineering services clearly delineate? 80. What is the purpose of the predesign conference? 81. What is discussed in the preconstruction conference? 82. What must the airport sponsor submit if paving costs for a project exceed \$500,000? 83. What topic is common to all construction meetings? 84. What is the role of the FAA in the environmental review process? 85. What does the construction safety and phasing plan (CSPP) address? 86. What must the FAA and the airport sponsor consider and disclose when evaluation a proposed environmental action and its alternatives? 87. Related to the environmental review, what does the issuance of a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) mean? 88. Who is responsible for complying with the procedures and policies of the National Environmental policy act (NEPA) and other environmental laws at airports? 89. What is required if a project is not categorically excluded under the National Environmental Quality Act of 1969? 90. What is required if a project is not categorically excluded under the National Environmental Quality Act of 1969? 91. What are direct environmental impacts? 92. What is the responsibility of the airport sponsor regarding environmental processes? 93. What is a categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Quality Act of 1969? 94. What does the National Environmental Quality Act of 1969 require federal agencies to disclose to the public? 95. Which level of planning is characterized by a 20-year look into the future development of an airport? 96. On average, how often do airports typically conduct master plan updated? 97. What type of impacts must the FAA and Airport Sponsor consider and disclose for proposed federal actions? **[CM Ops Sec. Maint.]** 1. Which component of safety management systems includes audits and anonymous reporting systems? 2. Part 139 Airport Certification applies to: 3. The part 139 daily inspection process is conducted by: 4. Which of the following types of pavements are poured typically without expansion joints or seams? 5. \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ occurs when water has built up in the pavement base and pressure from an aircraft load, or contracting soils causes the pavement to suddenly blow out. 6. In part 130, inspections of the "unpaved areas" means \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. 7. The edge lights on the last 2000 feet of a precision instrument runway are: 8. The airport beacon at a civilian airport is characterized by \_\_\_\_\_\_\_? 9. What color are the runway edge lights on a visual approach runway? 10. Which navigational aid tells the pilot the direction of the air traffic control pattern in the air? 11. Which snow removal apparatus is best used in fry snow? 12. To what level should airport operators remove snow on a runway? 13. The ARFF index is based on: 14. Which entity is required to establish and implement procedures for access to, an operation in, movement and safety areas by both pedestrians and vehicles at an airport. 15. Which term represents an occurrence at an airport with a control tower, involving the incorrect presence of an aircraft, vehicle, or person on the protected area of a surface designed for the landing and takeoff of aircraft. 16. Relating to airport wildlife management, which of the following is a method of habitat modification? 17. To the extent practicable, the airport operator must provide for an emergency response for \_\_\_\_\_\_. 18. In what stage of comprehensive emergency management would rezoning take place? 19. Which of the following alerts means an airplane has crashed? 20. Select the true statement regarding irregular operations. 21. Which element of emergency dispatch function relates to evaluating the urgency compared to other calls? 22. What type of ground transportation services are licensed by a government agency which also sets the meter rate and minimum standards? 23. What size airport has experienced the biggest impact to their pickup and drop off locations as a result of transportation network companies. 24. Which of the following is considered a "value added" parking lot strategy? 25. which of the following methods has not worked, in helping to reduce passenger stress? 26. Prior to 9/11, which entity conducted screening at US airports? 27. Under the screening partnership program, the contract screening company \_\_\_\_\_ (select the true statement) 28. Under part 1544 (aircraft operator) who is required to be the primary point of contact with TSA for all airline related security issues and ensure the airlines compliance with the aircraft operators standard security program? 29. Who is required to write and seek approval of the airport security program? 30. Which security program is required for a category III airport? 31. The highest level of security on the airfield exists in the \_\_\_\_\_. 32. What is the primary responsibility of airport management in terms of safety? 33. What is the primary purpose of the Airport security program (ASP)? 34. Which organization inspects airports for security compliance? 35. What document is essential for outlining security procedures at airports? 36. What should be the main focus of airport security during passenger screening? 37. What was the primary focus of the resulting legislation after the downing of Pan Am flight 103? 38. What document outlines the plans procedures and priorities during an off-airport aircraft crash? 39. What must airport personnel be trained in to ensure security compliance? 40. Which organization created the National Incident management system (NIMS)? 41. What is the main goal of a safety management system (SMS)? 42. Which system manages safety risk in airport operations? 43. Which regulation part requires commercial service airports to maintain specific safety programs? 44. What is the focus of the Airport Certification Manual (ACM)? 45. What is a key component of airport security programs? 46. What is required before a commercial service airport can operate? 47. What new procedure was required by the Aviation and Transpiration security act of 2001? 48. To a reasonable extent which entity is responsible for ensuring a safe operating environment at an airport? 49. Which plan is required for handling snow and ice at airports? 50. What is the main goal of airport security programs? 51. Which agency is primarily responsible for airport security regulations? 52. Which event significantly changed airport security protocols? 53. What must be ensured for safe and efficient terminal operations? 54. Which of the following statements is true about public transit buses? 55. What are Airporters? 56. Which operation is considered non-airfield but critical to revenue generation? 57. What should be prioritized in commercial airport terminal operations for better passenger's experience? 58. What should be the main priority for an airport personnel during an emergency? 59. Which area includes commercial passenger pick up and drop off operations? 60. Which system helps manage safety risks through systematic procedures, practice, and policies? 61. Second only to safety what is the main goal of terminal operations? 62. What is a primary concern in parking lot operations at airports? 63. What is a top priority for an airport operator in terms of airfield maintenance? 64. What must be inspected regularly to ensure safe terminal operations? 65. Which area affects the passenger experience the most at a commercial service airport? 66. What type of pavement is known for requiring higher maintenance due to oxidation and fuel spills? 67. What index is used to assess the surface condition of airport pavements? 68. What should be included in a pavement management program (PMP)? 69. What is a major revenue generator in commercial terminal operations? 70. What is the main cause of pavement deterioration? 71. What type of pavement requires expansion joints to allow for expansion and contraction? 72. What is the most significant single cause of airport pavement deterioration according to the passage? 73. What are landside operations primarily concerned with? 74. What must airport management do to prevent over-stressing of pavements? 75. What is the primary function of airfield lighting? 76. What is the purpose of regular safety audits at airports? 77. Which organization certifies commercial service airports? 78. What is the main goal of the various airport safety programs? 79. Which document must be approved by the FAA to ensure airport regulatory compliance? 80. Which plan outlines procedures for managing wildlife hazards at airports? 81. What must be documented in an airport's self-inspection program? 82. Which of the following is not part of the Airport Certification Manual and not required under federal aviation regulation's part 139 airport certification? 83. What is the primary purpose of the Airport Emergency plan (AEP)? 84. What is a critical component of airport safety programs? 85. What must airport personnel do after discovering unsatisfactory conditions during a Part 139 airport certification inspection? 86. Which organization is responsible for airport security regulations pre 9/11? **[CM Comms & Community Relations]** 1. Which entity dictates the strategic direction of the airport? 2. Characteristic of an airport whose director is appointed by the mayor is: 3. Which media outlet typically has hourly deadlines? 4. Select the true statement: 5. Which of the following is in the "direct impact" category of a economic impact study? 6. What is the most efficient way to monitor news about your airport. 7. What type of marketing focuses on capturing the attention and establishing connections with an audience? 8. What type of marketing budget-setting method is constructed based on what the competition is spending? 9. What term represents the number of times someone lands on your page and then leaves it without checking another page on your site: 10. Which activity most increases your changes of landing air service? 11. Select the false statement about air service development. 12. Which of the following is the first step when the airport is considering air service development goal setting? 13. Load Factor is: 14. The FAA believes these are the simplest types of fee waivers: 15. The FAA says the airport can offer all of the following incentives except for \_\_\_\_\_. 16. In which of the following situations, should the airport have minimal or no response? 17. What phrase represents the goal of a public information officer when the airport gets bad press? 18. A major catastrophe has happened at the airport. Family members of the passengers are arriving, and the airline is not ready to receive them. The airport operator should \_\_\_\_\_\_\_? 19. At what decibel level is an individual (or home etc.) eligible to receive noise mitigation measures under par 150 noise abatement study? 20. A homeowner desires to identify whether their property is eligible for noise mitigation measures under a Part 150 study. The document that best provides this information is: 21. What are the products of a Part 150 Noise Abatement study? 22. Constructive knowledge is presumed if Notice of the existence of the noise exposure map \_\_\_\_\_. 23. Which program/ plan qualifies an airport for the airport improvement program Nosie abatement set aside? 24. What is the most common noise abatement measure(s)? 25. Which type of airspace is located over the busiest airports in the U.S.? 26. Which type of airspace is less busy than Class B but is still radar controlled? 27. Which position in the Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) provides guidance information to pilots on the taxiways? 28. Which type of short-range radar (60 nautical mile range), is used primarily for identifying and separating traffic in and around airports? 29. Which element means the ability of a Navigational Aid to monitor itself and shut itself down when it is in error? 30. Which component of the instrument landing system (ILS) provides lateral location information? 31. What is the weakness of the airport surface observation station (ASOS)? 32. What is the name of the system that provides up-to-date weather and air traffic information to pilots and air traffic controllers? 33. This system allows air traffic controllers to "test" pilots on the flight deck. 34. Which entity uses the airport acceptance rate to calculate the desired interval between arrival aircraft? 35. What is the minimum threshold beyond which delays increase exponentially? 36. Which traffic management initiative are flights are assigned departure times to regulate their arrival at the impacted airport? 37. Commercial drone operators are required to have \_\_\_\_\_. 38. What processes occur during the policy review process of a spaceport application? 39. Recreational drone operators must stay below \_\_\_\_\_. 40. What is the primary goal of public relations at an airport? 41. Which is a critical component of crisis communication at an airport? 42. What is an essential tool for managing public perception during a crisis? 43. Why is it important to keep stakeholders informed about airport operations and issues? 44. Which method is effective for communicating routine news and information to stakeholders? 45. Under part 107 small, unmanned aircraft systems what condition can be waived for flying a small unmanned aerial system (UAS) at night? 46. What should airport executives consider when speaking to the media? 47. What should airport executives be understanding of when communicating with stakeholders? 48. What should be included in an airport community relations program? 49. Although the airport executive typically serves as the airport spokesperson during routine events and actives during a crisis the key reason for having a designated spokesperson who is not the airport executive is: 50. What are the benefits of time-based flow management (TBFM)? 51. What is a ground stop (GS)? 52. What is an important aspect of public participation in policy making? 53. Which platform is increasingly used for real-time crisis communication? 54. What are some of the major system components that are analyzed within the for distinct elements of airport capacity? 55. Why should airports monitor blogs and social media? 56. What aspects of the airport are affected by increased activity due to airline deregulation and population growth? 57. What is the primary purpose of airport noise abatement programs? 58. Which federal regulation provides guidance on airport land use compatibility planning? 59. Which facility provides pilots with in-route air traffic control services? 60. What is the role of a very- right frequency omni-directional range (VOR) in air navigation? 61. Under which regulation addresses a study that is necessary for an airport to impose a noise restriction on the operation of stage 3 aircraft at first became effective after October 1, 1990. 62. What is a primary objective of the air traffic control system command center (ATCSCC)? 63. Which of the following is not within the ability of the airport under any noise study? 64. Which position manages all aircraft and vehicular activity on the airport's taxiways and approves entry into the movement area? 65. Why is community involvement important in noise abatement programs? 66. What is a potential benefit of an airport implementing noise abatement procedures under part 150 airport noise compatibility study? 67. Which position manages air traffic on the runway and in the airspace immediately surrounding the airport? 68. What is ta key component f an effective noise abatement program? 69. What is a good operating practice for pilots at non-towered airports? 70. Which agency provides guidelines for airport noise compatibility planning? 71. What does the automated radar terminal system (ARTS) do in conjunction with airport surveillance radar? 72. What is the proper transponder code for an aircraft experiencing an emergency? 73. What role do noise abatement committees play? 74. What does "non- directional" refer to in the context of non-directional beacons (NDBs)? 75. How can airports minimize the impact of noise on residential areas? 76. What can affect the reflectivity of the glide slope signal and cause errors? 77. What is the significance of noise exposure maps in noise abatement? 78. Where is the localizer antenna array typically located? 79. Which of the following is true about propeller-driven, commuter category aircraft certified under part 36 corticated airplane noise levels? Airplane? 80. What is one function of the localizer beside aiding precision approaches? 81. What is the primary function of air traffic control (ATC)? 82. What is the purpose of a standard terminal arrival route (STAR)? 83. Which system provides pilots with information on weather and flight plans? 84. What is the purpose of navigational aids (NAVAIDs)? 85. Which class of airspace surrounds the nation's busiest airports? 86. Which type of airspace is generally reserved for high-altitude in-route traffic? 87. What is the primary function of automated terminal information services (ATIS)? 88. What is the main role of the Termina Radar Approach control facility (TARCON)? 89. What is the capability of RNAV (area navigation)? 90. What does the Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) aim to achieve? 91. Which navigational aid is used for precision approaches to a runway? 92. What are the types of navigation aids RNAV can utilized? 93. Why have many FBOs had to "unbundle" their services and charge for items such as parking and handling?