GM1 ADR-DSN.E.350 Size of aprons

(a)The total apron area should be adequate to permit safe and expeditious handling of aerodrome traffic at its maximum anticipated density.

(b)The amount of area required for a particular apron layout depends upon the following factors:

(1)the size and manoeuvrability characteristics of the aircraft using the apron;

(2)the volume of traffic using the apron;

(3)clearance requirements;

(4)type of ingress and egress to the aircraft stand;

(5)basic terminal layout or other aerodrome use;

(6)aircraft ground activity requirements; and

(7)taxiways and apron service roads.

(c)Passenger aircraft services that are carried out during the time the aircraft is parked in a stand position include: galley; toilet and potable water service; baggage handling; fuelling; provision of air conditioning, oxygen, electrical power supply and starting air; and aircraft towing. Most of these functions have a vehicle and/or equipment associated with them, or have some type of fixed installation established to conduct these services. Further guidance is given in ICAO Doc 9157, Aerodrome Design Manual, Part 2, Taxiways, Aprons and Holding Bays, paragraph 3.4.6.

(d)Consideration should be given to providing sufficient area on the starboard side of the aircraft to support the level of activity that take place in the turnaround operation. Further guidance is given in ICAO Doc 9157, Aerodrome Design Manual, Part 2, Taxiways, Aprons and Holding Bays, paragraph 3.4.6.

[Issue: ADR-DSN/3]