Objective:

To become familiar with airport operations.

Elements:

1. Controlled
2. Uncontrolled
3. Runway Layout and Markings
4. Traffic Patterns
5. Airport Visual Aids
6. Taxiway Markings
7. Light Signals from Tower
8. Ramp Hand Signals
9. LAHSO (Landing And Hold Short Operations)
10. Airport Lighting
11. Visual Glideslope Indicators
12. Approach Lighting
13. Pilot-Controlled Lighting
14. A/FD and other publications

References:

• Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM)
  • Chapter 2 - Section 1. Airport Lighting Aids
  • Chapter 2 - Section 3. Airport Marking Aids and Signs
  • Chapter 5 - Air Traffic Procedures
• Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge, pp 12-1 – 12-15
• Airplane Flying Handbook, pp 7-1 – 7-4 (Traffic Patterns)

Notes:

CONTROLED AIRPORTS:
  B - Big
  C - Communicate
  D - Dumb (limited radar services if at all)