Who determines the active runway?
The active runway is the runway at an airport that is in use for takeoffs and landings. Since takeoffs and landings are usually done as close to “into the wind” (see headwind) as possible, wind direction generally determines the active runway.
How do you know the active runway?
- It may be worth noting some parameters that determine what runways are active to begin with, for example wind direction.
- You can also look at FlightRadar24 and figure out the active runways based on current air traffic: just watch where aircraft are landing and taking off.
When do you use the calm wind runway?
Section 5. Runway Selection Except where a “runway use” program is in effect, use the runway most nearly aligned with the wind when 5 knots or more or the “calm wind” runway when less than 5 knots (set tetrahedron accordingly) unless use of another runway:
Which is the active runway in an airport?
The active runway is the runway at an airport that is in use for takeoffs and landings. Since takeoffs and landings are usually done as close to “into the wind” (see headwind) as possible, wind direction generally determines the active runway. Selection of the active runway, however, depends on a number of factors.
How is runway selection determined at an airport?
At controlled airports, the active is usually determined by a tower supervisor. However, there may be constraints, such as policy from the airport manager (calm wind runway selection, for example, or noise abatement guidelines) that dictate an active runway selection that is not the one most nearly aligned with the wind.
When to use STOL to determine runway length?
Issue the measured STOL runway length if the pilot requests it. When authorizing use of runways and a tailwind component exists, always state both wind direction and velocity. The wind may be described as “calm” when appropriate. FAA Order JO 7110.65, Para 2-6-3, Reporting Weather Conditions.