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perspective to a pilot approaching an intersection with the runway to observe aircraft in both
the left and right directions. They also provide optimal orientation of the runway holding posi-
tion signs so they are visible to pilots.
Acute Angle: Acute angles should not be larger than 45 degrees from the runway centerline. A
30-degree taxiway layout should be reserved for high speed exits. The use of multiple inter-
secting taxiways with acute angles creates pilot confusion and improper positioning of taxiway
signage.
Large Expanses of Pavement: Taxiways must never coincide with the intersection of two run-
ways. Taxiway configurations with multiple taxiway and runway intersections in a single area
create large expanses of pavement, making it difficult to provide proper signage, marking, and
lighting.
7. Taxiway/Runway/Apron Incursion Prevention: Apron locations that allow direct access into a
runway should be avoided. Increase pilot situational awareness by designing taxiways in such a
manner that forces pilots to consciously make turns. Taxiways originating from aprons and forming
a straight line across runways at mid-span should be avoided.
- Wide Throat Taxiways: Wide throat taxiway entrances should be avoided. Such large expanses
of pavement may cause pilot confusion and makes lighting and marking more difficult.
- Direct Access from Apron to a Runway: Avoid taxiway connectors that cross over a parallel tax-
iway and directly onto a runway. Consider a staggered taxiway layout that forces pilots to make
a conscious decision to turn.
- Apron to Parallel Taxiway End: Avoid direct connection from an apron to a parallel taxiway at
the end of a runway.
Analysis in the next chapter will consid-
er improvements which could be im-
plemented on the airfield to minimize
runway incursion potential, improve ef-
ficiency, and conform to FAA standards
for taxiway design.
Analysis in the next chapter will consider im-
provements which could be implemented on
the airfield to minimize runway incursion po-
tential, improve efficiency, and conform to FAA
standards for taxiway design. Any future taxi-
ways planned will also take into consideration
the taxiway design standards.
Taxilane Design Considerations
Taxilanes are distinguished from taxiways in that they do not provide access to or from the runway sys-
tem directly. Taxilanes typically provide access to hangar areas. As a result, taxilanes can be planned
to varying design standards depending on the type of aircraft utilizing the taxilane. For example, a tax-
ilane leading to a T-hangar area only needs to be designed to accommodate those aircraft typically ac-
cessing the T-hangar.
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