GM1 CAT.GEN.MPA.125 Taxiing of
aeroplanes
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
The following skills and knowledge may be assessed to check if a person can be authorised by the operator to taxi an aeroplane:
(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 air traffic control (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.
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