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9 Literature Review: Guideline Material for Airfield Markings While no comprehensive industry guidelines related to airfield apron/ramp markings are available, a multitude of industry publications provide guidelines, recommendations, or both related to different uses of airport aprons and the markings associated with those uses. This chapter discusses the literary sources that were reviewed, including their content and application to the synthesis topic.
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10 Airfield Apron and Ramp Surface Markings 2.2 Domestic Publications Analysis/Review The domestic publications that were reviewed provided some similar and different guidelines related to airfield apron markings at airports. This section presents an overview of these publications and discusses the similarities and differences that were identified.
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Literature Review: Guideline Material for Airfield Markings 11 • Engine startup positions, and • Fueling restriction lines. Many of these guidelines focus on the general purpose of each marking and the typical marking characteristics (e.g., color, size, and pattern)
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12 Airfield Apron and Ramp Surface Markings different. However, the majority of the guidelines align closely with the guidelines in A4A SG 908.
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Literature Review: Guideline Material for Airfield Markings 13 was published on March 31, 2022. This version, compared with the previous version (FAA AC 150/5300-13A)
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14 Airfield Apron and Ramp Surface Markings control markings in that they are commonly located along large continuous aprons to aid pilots in identifying their position (Exhibit 8)
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Literature Review: Guideline Material for Airfield Markings 15 be used by aircraft other than helicopters with vertical takeoff and landing capabilities. In general, many of the proposed markings use terminology that is similar to the markings associated with heliports (FATO, TLOF, and so forth)
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16 Airfield Apron and Ramp Surface Markings 2.3 International/Non-U.S. Publications Analysis/Review The international/non-U.S.
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Literature Review: Guideline Material for Airfield Markings 17 using a black outline for yellow and white markings on light pavements. A white outline is recommended for red markings on dark pavements.
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18 Airfield Apron and Ramp Surface Markings • Tractor push-back line and push-back limit line • Equipment parking area • No parking area • Air bridge wheel position (e.g., passenger boarding bridge) • Underground services (including fuel hydrants)
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Literature Review: Guideline Material for Airfield Markings 19 2.3.4 ICAO Annex 14, Volume 1 -- Aerodrome Design and Operations (8th Edition) ICAO Annex 14, Volume 1 -- Aerodrome Design and Operations (8th Edition)
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20 Airfield Apron and Ramp Surface Markings Part 2 also provides guidance on the sizing and layout of aircraft deicing facilities, which affect the apron markings in the areas in which the facilities are located. 2.3.6 ICAO Doc 9157: Aerodrome Design Manual, Part 4 -- Visual Aids (5th Edition)
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Literature Review: Guideline Material for Airfield Markings 21 the aircraft safety envelope marking is referred to by the different terms in the following publications: – ACRP Report 96: Airport Planning and Design Guidebook (Ricondo & Associates, Inc., et al.
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22 Airfield Apron and Ramp Surface Markings includes a deeper discussion on the markings applicable to aircraft self-maneuvering in which the pilot is responsible for powering the aircraft into and out of its established parking position. This guidance also includes the use of arrows within a taxilane centerline or a lead-in/ lead-out line to communicate when an aircraft is intended to operate only in a specific direction.
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