NCC.GEN.120 Taxiing of aeroplanes

SAFETY-CRITICAL ACTIVITY

(a)Taxiing should be treated as a safety-critical activity due to the risks related to the movement of the aeroplane and the potential for a catastrophic event on the ground.

(b)Taxiing is a high-workload phase of flight that requires the full attention of the flight crew.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE The person designated by the operator to taxi an aeroplane should possess the following skills and knowledge:

(a)Positioning of the aeroplane to ensure safety when starting engine;

(b)Getting ATIS reports and taxi clearance, where applicable;

(c)Interpretation of airfield markings/lights/signals/indicators;

(d)Interpretation of marshalling signals, where applicable;

(e)Identification of suitable parking area;

(f)Maintaining lookout and right-of-way rules and complying with ATC or marshalling instructions when applicable;

(g)Avoidance of adverse effect of propeller slipstream or jet wash on other aeroplanes, aerodrome facilities and personnel;

(h)Inspection of taxi path when surface conditions are obscured;

(i)Communication with others when controlling an aeroplane on the ground;

(j)Interpretation of operational instructions;

(k)Reporting of any problem that may occur while taxiing an aeroplane; and

(l)Adapting the taxi speed in accordance with prevailing aerodrome, traffic, surface and weather conditions.