Field Trip trivia
What country does Volaris mainly operate out of
Mexico
This sign with yellow text on a black background gives directions to taxiways.
direction sign
Runway numbers are based on this
What is magnetic heading
This controller manages aircraft movement on taxiways and ramps.
Ground Control
This checklist is completed before takeoff.
preflight/takeoff checklist
Where are the Fuel lines located for the airplanes
Red signs with white numbers identify this important runway information.
runway holding position signs
Pilots use this frequency to announce intentions at non-towered airports.
CTAF
This ATC service sequences arriving and departing aircraft near busy airports.
Approach Control
A flashing red airport beacon usually means this type of operation or condition exists.
What are IFR conditions or nighttime operations?
What are the pads that stop the planes from doing anymore damage after they already overshot the run way
EMAS pads
These markings show where aircraft must stop before entering a runway.
hold short lines
This operation occurs when an aircraft leaves the runway after landing
taxiing off/runway exit
The phonetic alphabet word for the letter “C” is this.
Charlie
The sterile cockpit rule limits this below 10,000 feet.
What are nonessential activities or conversations
How does Volaris make their money
Customers pay for expendables
Blue edge lights are commonly used on these airport surfaces.
taxiways
A displaced threshold changes the available runway distance for this operation.
landing
This clearance authorizes an aircraft to depart from a runway.
takeoff clearance
This publication contains airport diagrams, runway information, and communications data.
Chart Supplement
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Gyro platter
This airport device helps pilots determine wind direction and approximate speed.
windsock
This dangerous event happens when an aircraft, vehicle, or person enters a protected runway area without permission
What is a runway incursion
Pilots must repeat this important instruction back to ATC.
What is a hold short instruction
Birds and wildlife near airports create this aviation hazard.
bird strike hazard