AAAE Certified Member (CM) Module 3 Practice Test

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• Which component is commonly included in a service-level agreement with airport service providers?
• Which credentialing change occurred after 9/11?
• In fleet mix optimization, which factor is essential for efficient gate assignments?
• Which description best fits Category A runway incursion?
• Which class is defined as Scheduled small airports?
• RCAM is used to categorize runway conditions for pilots to interpret. The primary audience for this information is:
• When must a UAV operator apply for a COA?
• Which inspection type is used for unusual situations?
• In airport procurement, audits help achieve value for money and detect fraud by performing which function?
• Why is standardization of data usage and retention important in data governance?
• What is a Part 139 certificate and when is it required?
• Which statement best describes rate-based pricing for concessions?
• What is a likely consequence of failing to incorporate environmental mitigation into capital development projects?
• The material describes a difference between Contingency Plans and Incident Management Plans. Which statement is NOT consistent with that description?
• Describe the importance of a formal compliance program at an airport.
• Which of the following is NOT a listed type of runway incursion/surface incident?
• Which inspection type is performed once before commercial flight operations?
• What should be done if an airport NAVAID is inoperable?
• MIRL is used for which type of approaches?
• What is the configuration of the Non-Movement Area boundary marking?
• Which statement correctly describes Alert Level 3?
• What are the flashpoints for AVGAS and Jet Fuel?
• Which option is NOT listed as a method to improve the passenger experience?
• What should you compare to determine if a runway can withstand an aircraft's weight?
• Which marking is used for a Visual approach runway?
• Which action is typically performed first in responding to a major airport security incident?
• Which statement about Contingency Plans and Incident Management Plans is NOT supported by the described relationship?
• Which description matches a pavement hole discrepancy?
• In lease renewals with airlines, why are performance metrics important?
• What is traffic and revenue forecasting in airport planning?
• Explain the difference between operating expenditures and capital expenditures in an airport budget.
• Following the 9/11 attacks, aviation security measures increased in which area?
• What is the primary purpose of the airport's Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and how is it used in planning?
• Which practice is NOT listed as a key component of optimizing concession management to improve non-aeronautical revenue?
• What should the airport operator do when there is wildlife strike?
• ODALs are strobes used to locate which runway feature?
• Who prepares the Airport Certification Manual (ACM) and what does it include?
• Describe the five functions of the Incident Command System.
• What does Capital Improvement Program (CIP) refer to in capacity planning?
• What is the primary purpose of early engagement and transparency in airport projects?
• Which sequence best represents steps to develop a stakeholder engagement plan for major airport development?
• Which pavement type is generally more expensive and stronger?
• Which practice helps ensure ongoing concession performance and renewal decisions?
• Which inspection type includes fuel farm inspections?
• Environmental permits for a new runway project primarily ensure compliance with environmental laws.
• Which ICS function is primarily responsible for creating the incident action plan?
• Which are the four elements of the Airport Emergency Plan?
• SMGCS describes what in the context of airport operations?
• The Runway boundary sign is designed to protect which area?
• Which of the following is NOT an access control requirement for a Secured Area?
• What is the primary purpose of a multi-year budget or decoupled strategy in planning?
• Which term is used to categorize an irregular operation in this material?
• From the FAA perspective on runway incursions and surface incidents, which statement is correct?
• Which is a key component of cybersecurity governance in modern airport operations?
• REILs are strobe lights located at which part of the runway?
• Which system is designed to aid ground operations in low visibility conditions?
• The most important signs on an airfield are which color?
• What is a standard approach to conducting a risk assessment for an airport development project?
• What is the primary function of the Playbook in this framework?
• RCAM stands for Runway Condition Assessment Matrix and was developed to accomplish what?
• What is the function of the Airport Emergency Plan?
• Explain the difference between a lease and a license in airport operations.
• What role does environmental sustainability play in modern airport planning?
• Operational continuity in airport management primarily relies on which element?
• Which hazards commonly occur during airport construction that inspectors should monitor continuously?
• What distinguishes a formal compliance program from informal practices in airports?
• In the described framework, who is named as the ASC in the example?
• In the AO framework, which role handles badging background checks?
• Deviations are allowed for what scenario?
• What is the difference between airside and landside in airport operations?
• How do you measure airport performance? Name three key performance indicators (KPIs).
• In airport security terms, what does 'opt out' allow an airport to do?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the four TSA regulated security areas at an airport?
• Which element is NOT typically part of a Safety Management System (SMS) in airports?
• What are Grant Assurances and why are they critical in airport funding?
• What is the primary objective of an airport concession program?
• Define 'noise compatibility program' and its purpose.
• Which roles are included in AO aviation security responsibilities?
• Which statement best describes RCAM's role in flight operations?
• What is the main purpose of airport self-inspections?
• What factors determine concession rates in an airport concession program?
• Which of the following is NOT an access control requirement for a Secured Area?
• What is the FBI's role in aviation security according to this framework?
• What is TSA's role in airport security, and how does it interact with airport operators?
• What is a service level agreement (SLA) and how is it used in airport operations?
• Which organization employs an ASC, a Trusted Agent, and Airport Police?
• Which of the following is NOT a category of barriers?
• How do health and safety programs protect airport workers?
• Which of the following is NOT a category of barriers?
• What is the primary purpose of the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) at an airport?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the four TSA regulated security areas at an airport?
• What is the training frequency for airport inspectors?
• What does the acronym TSI refer to in this framework?
• Which of the following is a common risk associated with Public-Private Partnerships in airport development?
• What is the role of airport governance structures (e.g., airport district authorities) in overseeing operations?
• Which of the following describes the requirements for inspecting the Safety Area?
• Why is ongoing monitoring and updating a risk assessment critical for an airport project?
• Which groups are described as being part of the integrated operation in the Airport Operations Center concept?
• Which activity is NOT typically considered part of a stakeholder engagement plan for airport development?
• Which security practice saw an increase as a result of 9/11?
• Which of the following is NOT a component of the approach light system?
• VASI and PAPI indicate what during the approach?
• What are grant covenants and how do they affect airport operations?
• Which item is listed as one of the eight signs of terrorism?
• Who writes the Airport Security Program?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the three drone operator classes?
• Which of the following is NOT an access control requirement for a Secured Area?
• Which marking is described for a Precision approach runway?
• How would you respond to a major security incident at an airport?
• How do customer service metrics influence airport operator decisions?
• What is a TSSE in this context?
• Which statement best describes benchmarking in airport operations and one key advantage?
• What is the target time for all other ARFF units to respond?
• Which element supports maintaining essential airport functions during disruptions?
• Which of the following is an example of non-aeronautical revenue?
• Which of the following is listed as a common pavement discrepancy?
• Why are grant assurances important in capital grants, and what is an example of a required obligation?
• What is the correct sequence in the risk management lifecycle at an airport?
• Describe the role of a Safety Management System (SMS) in airport operations.
• Explain the concept of rate-making for non-aeronautical revenues at an airport.
• Which pavement type is generally less expensive upfront but has higher maintenance and is weaker?
• Describe how environmental compliance interacts with capital development.
• What is the primary role of the NTSB in aviation safety?
• What is the ARFF objective once a response is underway?
• What is a primary benefit of supply chain risk management in airport operations?
• Why is capital budgeting critical for CM?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as an aviation attack type?
• Which of the following is a sign of terrorism from the eight listed signs?
• What is the NOTAM process?
• What does Farebox Return measure and how is it typically calculated?
• Which strategy best mitigates stakeholder risk in airport projects?
• Which combination best describes the core elements of the Wildlife Hazard Management Plan?
• Which of the following is listed as a type of runway incursion/surface incident?
• Which statement best describes management rights in airport lease agreements for a CM?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the TSA regulated security areas at an airport?
• How does variance analysis differ from a simple actual versus budget comparison?
• What is a primary purpose of internal and external audits in airport contracting and procurement?
• One outcome of the 9/11 attacks was the creation of which agency?
• Which statement best differentiates a Request for Proposal (RFP) from a Request for Quotation (RFQ) in airport procurement?
• Which statement correctly describes Alert Level 2?
• What are the primary components of an Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) for airports?
• Which of the following is NOT a category of barriers?
• Which term refers to a rulemaking action requiring FAA review?
• What is the target time for the first ARFF unit to respond?
• Which of the following best describes OTP in airport performance metrics?
• UAV regulatory thresholds indicate COA applicability for which weight?
• In the Incident Command System, which function is primarily responsible for obtaining resources?
• Which of the following is NOT listed as one of the plan types mentioned in the material?
• Which airports are subject to Part 139?
• What is the purpose of data governance in airport data management?
• Which item is NOT one of the eight signs of terrorism?
• Performance metrics in concession management are used to
• Which marking is described for a Non-precision approach runway?
• Which two documents should be included in developing the Airport Emergency Plan?
• Which item is a primary function of a dispatcher?
• Which item is NOT listed as one of the four elements of the Airport Emergency Plan?
• In this framework, a TSO is a:
• Which statement best describes the relationship between the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) and capital budgeting?
• What are the FAA desired outcomes during airport snow removal operations?
• Which of the following is NOT a category of barriers?
• Which item is listed as a sign of human trafficking in this material?
• Which inspection type is performed continuously by the trained airfield inspector?
• What criteria are used to prioritize CIP projects?
• Which of the following is NOT an access control requirement for a Secured Area?
• What is the difference between a master plan and a capital improvement plan in an airport context?
• If aeronautical revenue increases while costs remain constant, what happens to farebox return?
• How is the ARFF index determined?
• What is fleet mix optimization and how does it affect airport planning?
• Explain what constitutes non-aeronautical revenue and provide two examples.
• Which of the following is NOT one of the four TSA regulated security areas at an airport?
• Explain capacity planning and its importance to CM.
• What is the primary purpose of quality assurance in maintenance operations at airports?
• Which document translates long-term facility needs into a schedule of approved improvements that is financially constrained?
• Which statement correctly matches runway lighting categories with approach types?
• What best describes the Airport Operations Center concept?
• How should a CM approach lease negotiations with airlines and concessions to balance revenue and compliance?
• Under the described UAV rules, which operation requires a Remote Pilot Certificate?