Which term describes the rectangular area beyond the end of the runway used to satisfy takeoff distance requirements with respect to climb-out?

Which term describes the rectangular area beyond the end of the runway used to satisfy takeoff distance requirements with respect to climb-out?

• A. Stopway
• B. OFA
• C. Clearway
• D. Safety area

Answer: (C)

Clearway is the rectangular area beyond the end of the runway that is used to satisfy takeoff distance requirements with respect to climb-out. It must be obstacle-free and defined in airport standards so that an aircraft can continue its climb through this area if needed, effectively extending the takeoff distance available (TODA). This is different from a stopway, which exists to allow an aircraft to stop after an aborted takeoff and is not used for climb-out performance. The safety area around the runway is a general protection zone and isn’t part of climb-out distance calculations. OFA isn’t the standard term used for this climb-out area.

Clearway is the rectangular area beyond the end of the runway that is used to satisfy takeoff distance requirements with respect to climb-out. It must be obstacle-free and defined in airport standards so that an aircraft can continue its climb through this area if needed, effectively extending the takeoff distance available (TODA). This is different from a stopway, which exists to allow an aircraft to stop after an aborted takeoff and is not used for climb-out performance. The safety area around the runway is a general protection zone and isn’t part of climb-out distance calculations. OFA isn’t the standard term used for this climb-out area.