“Any other traffic, please advise.” Probably few radio communications that pilots make incur such wrath as that request, which many pilots still make at the conclusion of an initial call to a unicom frequency when approaching a nontowered airport. And it was just one of the topics covered by a panel of experienced GA pilots, controllers, and instructors hosted by FAA representatives during a webinar on June 16.
FAA Town Hall on GA Runway Safety Offers Solutions
Key Takeaways:
- The FAA's General Aviation Runway Safety Town Hall focused on enhancing airport operational safety and reducing runway surface errors, especially in anticipation of increased post-COVID traffic.
- Pilots were advised to use various preflight resources, including Google Earth, EFB apps, FAA "From the Flight Deck" videos, and direct communication with airport managers for specific conditions.
- Key recommendations for preventing runway incursions included asking for help when disoriented, avoiding assumptions, consistently announcing positions at nontowered airports, and diligently reading NOTAMs for specific events.
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