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OLS – Obstacle Limitation Surfaces (1)
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Complete the sentences using the correct form of the word in brackets
At the time of inspection, the telecommunications tower was _____ the approach surface by 12 metres.
The airport authority requires regular _____ of all obstacles near the runway.
New obstacle data must be _____ immediately through official channels.
The building's height created an _____ of the conical surface standards.
The crane operator must ensure proper _____ and lighting during construction.
International _____ of obstacle standards helps improve global aviation safety.
Airport _____ regulations prevent dangerous development near runways.
Gap Fill
Complete each sentence with the most appropriate word
The new telecommunications tower must not exceed the obstacle limitation _____ established for this aerodrome.
All certified _____ must have protected airspace to ensure safe aircraft operations during takeoff and landing.
The tall building was classified as an _____ because it violated the height restrictions.
The _____ surface extends upward from the runway end to protect aircraft during the landing phase.
During construction, the crane will temporarily _____ the takeoff surface and must be marked with red lights.
The _____ surface protects aircraft from obstacles along the sides of the runway during lateral deviations.
The approach surface has a _____ of 2%, meaning it rises 2 metres for every 100 metres of distance.
The building maintains adequate vertical _____ below the inner horizontal surface by 8 metres.
Objects within the runway _____ must be frangible to minimize aircraft damage during emergencies.
The _____ marks the beginning of the runway section where aircraft are permitted to touch down.
The water tower provides _____ for the smaller building behind it, making that building less critical.
The construction created a temporary _____ of the approach surface that required immediate reporting.
The airport implemented _____ measures including red and white marking and flashing lights on the tower.
Gap Fill Multiple Choice
Choose the correct word to complete each sentence
The telecommunications tower received red and white _____ to improve daytime visibility for pilots approaching the aerodrome.
Obstacle _____ must be installed on all structures exceeding 45 metres to ensure they are visible at night.
An obstacle _____ must be conducted using precise instruments before the aerodrome can receive certification.
The aviation authority will _____ the new obstacle information through a Notice to Airmen within 24 hours.
An _____ study was required because the proposed wind farm would exceed the takeoff surface by 30 metres.
Local planning authorities must consult the airport on airspace _____ to prevent future obstacle hazards from development.
The obstacle was within the measurement _____ and did not require any corrective action or special marking.
ICAO promotes international _____ of obstacle standards to ensure consistent safety levels across all countries.
The latest regulatory _____ to obstacle standards introduced stricter requirements for approach surface gradients.
The _____ surface is a flat protective ceiling located at 45 metres above the aerodrome reference point.
The _____ surface extends outward from the periphery of the inner horizontal surface, forming a cone-shaped boundary.
Aircraft climb at steeper angles after departure, so the _____ surface typically has a steeper gradient than the approach surface.
The obstacle limitation _____ defines the maximum height that buildings may reach without creating hazards to aircraft.
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