FAA Ground School Practice Test

Which airport marking indicates a boundary for the runway safety area?

1. Double solid lines

2. Dashed lines

3. Runway designator

4. Boundary markers

The correct answer is: Double solid lines

The marking that indicates a boundary for the runway safety area is represented by double solid lines. These markings are specifically designed to delineate areas that are critical for safety operations near the runway. The double solid lines create a visual barrier that helps pilots and ground personnel to recognize where they should not venture or cross when conducting maneuvers or taxiing. Double solid lines clearly communicate the importance of the runway safety area, which is intended to be a clear space surrounding the runway that is free from obstacles and where aircraft can safely maneuver in case of an emergency. It is crucial for maintaining the safety of both the runway operations and the aircraft movements on the ground. Other markings, such as dashed lines or runway designators, serve different purposes in air traffic management and do not specifically indicate the boundary of the runway safety area. Dashed lines typically denote paths that may be crossed, while the runway designator simply identifies the runway number or name for navigation purposes. Boundary markers may refer to physical objects indicating limits, but they do not specifically relate to the runway safety area like the double solid lines do.