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RUNWAY SAFETY
Runway safety is a major concern for the aviation industry. The reduction in runway
incursions represents an opportunity to enhance runway safety.
ICAO defines a runway incursion to be any occurrence at an
aerodrome involving the incorrect presence of an aircraft, vehicle
or person on the protected area of a surface designated for the
landing and take off of aircraft (ICAO Doc 4444PANS-ATM).
inattention or distraction
poor visibility on the aerodrome
aerodrome complexity
use of non-standard phraseology leading to confusion or
misunderstanding between pilots and ATC
call-sign confusion leading to pilots acting on an ATC
instruction intended for another aircraft
inadequate, confusing or a lack of knowledge regarding
aerodrome signage, markings or lights
loss of ATC and/or pilot situational awareness
aerodrome construction work.
Situational awareness