Runway Incursion Avoidance

What is a runway incursion?

Any occurrence at an airport involving the incorrect presence of an aircraft, vehicle, or person on the protected area of a surface designated for the landing and takeoff of aircraft

What are the categories of runway incursions?

Category A: A very narrowly missed collision

Category B: Close call where evasive action had to be taken to avoid collision

Category C: Ample time to exact corrective action to evade a collision

Category D: A runway incursion has occurred but posed no threat to safety

How can we avoid runway incursions?

Read back all ATC instructions, clarify confusing instructions, familiarize yourself with airport signage

What is this marking? Which side indicates the movement area?

Hold short line; dashed side

What does this sign indicate?

Currently located on taxiway Alpha

What does this sign indicate?

On taxiway tango holding short of runway 18-36

what does this marking indicate, and when is it relevant?

ILS critical area boundary; hold short only when requested by ATC.

What does this sign indicate?

On taxiway delta, approaching kilo which runs left to right

What is a LAHSO?

Used at airports to help with traffic flow for intersecting runways

Can a student pilot accept a LAHSO?

No

Where can you find information on airport LAHSO

Chart supplement

When should you accept a LAHSO?

Only when you are absolutely sure you are able to comply with it

What document should be available for reference when taxiing?

Airport taxi diagram

What do you need before taxing or landing on a runway?

A clearance

When on the ground, crossing this line without a clearance is considered a runway incursion:

Hold short line

What is a hot spot?

An area on the airport where aircraft are more prone to runway incursions.

Where can you find information on airport hotspots?

Airport diagram and chart supplement