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Airport Runway and Taxiway Maintenance Audit Checklist

A comprehensive checklist for auditing airport runway and taxiway maintenance, covering surface conditions, lighting systems, markings, drainage, and FOD control to ensure safe and efficient aircraft operations.

Airport Runway and Taxiway Maintenance Audit Checklist

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About This Checklist

In the critical field of airport logistics and transportation, the condition of runways and taxiways is paramount to ensuring safe and efficient aircraft operations. This comprehensive Airport Runway and Taxiway Maintenance Audit Checklist is an indispensable tool for airport engineers, maintenance managers, and safety inspectors. It meticulously covers all aspects of runway and taxiway maintenance, including surface condition, lighting systems, markings, drainage, and foreign object debris (FOD) control. Regular audits using this checklist help maintain the highest standards of runway safety, prevent potential hazards, and ensure compliance with international aviation regulations. By identifying maintenance needs and areas for improvement, this checklist contributes significantly to the overall safety and operational efficiency of airports.

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Industry

Transportation and Logistics

Standard

ICAO Annex 14 - Aerodromes

Workspaces

Airports

Occupations

Airport Civil Engineer
Airfield Maintenance Manager
Aviation Safety Inspector
Airfield Lighting Specialist
Airport Operations Supervisor
1
Is the runway surface condition compliant with ICAO standards?
2
What is the visibility score of the taxiway markings?
Min: 1
Target: 5
Max: 5
3
Is Foreign Object Debris (FOD) control in place?
4
Is the drainage system functioning properly?
5
Are the runway lighting systems compliant with ICAO standards?
6
What is the score for the condition of the pavement?
Min: 1
Target: 4
Max: 5
7
Has the taxiway inspection been completed?
8
When was the last Foreign Object Debris (FOD) inspection conducted?
9
Are the taxiway markings compliant with ICAO standards?
10
What is the measured width of the Runway Safety Area (RESA)?
Min: 60
Target: 90
Max: 150
11
Has maintenance been performed on the drainage systems?
12
When was the last ICAO compliance audit conducted for the taxiway?
13
Is the operational safety of the runway compliant with ICAO standards?
14
What is the measured intensity level of the runway lighting?
Min: 100
Target: 200
Max: 500
15
Has the condition of the taxiway surface been checked for safety?
16
When was the last safety training conducted for ground personnel?
17
Is the pavement maintenance compliant with ICAO standards?
18
What is the measured roughness of the runway surface?
Min: 0
Target: 2.5
Max: 5
19
Has the functionality of the runway lighting been verified?
20
When was the last inspection of the drainage system conducted?

FAQs

Comprehensive audits should be conducted quarterly, with more frequent visual inspections performed daily. Specific checks, such as runway friction tests, may be conducted monthly or as per local regulations.

The checklist covers pavement condition assessment, runway lighting systems, taxiway markings, drainage system efficiency, FOD control measures, runway end safety areas (RESA), obstruction clearance, and snow removal procedures where applicable.

The audit team should include airport civil engineers, maintenance supervisors, safety inspectors, airfield lighting specialists, and representatives from air traffic control. Occasionally, regulatory authority inspectors may also participate.

By ensuring optimal runway and taxiway conditions, the checklist helps minimize unscheduled closures for repairs, reduces the risk of FOD-related incidents, and ensures proper lighting and markings for efficient aircraft movements, all contributing to improved operational efficiency.

Post-audit, a detailed report should be prepared highlighting any deficiencies, wear patterns, or potential hazards. A prioritized maintenance action plan should be developed, addressing immediate safety concerns first. Long-term improvement projects should be identified and budgeted. Follow-up inspections should be scheduled to verify the effectiveness of maintenance actions.

Benefits of Airport Runway and Taxiway Maintenance Audit Checklist

Ensures compliance with FAA and ICAO runway safety standards

Reduces the risk of runway incursions and excursions

Improves overall aircraft operational safety during takeoff and landing

Helps in prioritizing maintenance activities and resource allocation

Extends the lifespan of runway and taxiway infrastructure through proactive maintenance