Module 2: Planning, Construction & Environmental

Flashcards covering key terms and definitions related to airport planning, construction, and environmental management.

Airport Master Plan (AMP)

A long-range plan that outlines the development needs of an airport over 20 years.

Airport Layout Plan (ALP)

A graphical representation of existing and proposed airport facilities, ensuring compliance withFAA standards.

National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)

A U.S. law that requires federal agencies to assess the environmental effects of their proposed actions before making decisions.

Runway Design Code (RDC)

A code used to determine design standards of runways, based on the characteristics of the Design Aircraft.

Displaced Threshold

A runway threshold located some distance down the runway, often to improve safety and visibility for landing aircraft.

Runway Protection Zone (RPZ)

A trapezoidal area off the runway ends meant to enhance the protection of people and property on the ground.

Categorically Excluded (CATEX)

A category of actions that do not individually or cumulatively have a significant effect on the human environment, exempting them from further environmental review.

Environmental Assessment (EA)

A document prepared to determine whether an environmental impact statement (EIS) or a finding of no significant impact (FONSI) is required.

Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasures (SPCC) Plan

A plan required to reduce and control oil spills that may reach navigable waters.

Common Use Technology (CUTE)

A shared use of airport facilities by multiple airlines to optimize passenger processing.