What are taxiways and how are they designated?

• A. Routes for aircraft to move to/from runways, hangars, and ramps; designated alphanumerically, such as A or A1.
• B. Ways to park aircraft; designated by color.
• C. Ways to park passengers; numbered.
• D. Runway lighting types; designated by word.

Answer: (A)

Taxiways are the ground routes that let aircraft move between runways, terminals, hangars, and ramps. They are designated alphanumerically, such as A or A1, giving a simple, scalable way to reference specific paths on the airfield. This naming system keeps ground movements clear for pilots and air traffic control, especially on busy airports with multiple parallel taxiways and intersections. The other ideas don’t fit because taxiways aren’t parking areas or passenger pathways, and they aren’t about runway lighting types.