✈️ Runway Incursion Hazards — Pilot Awareness Tip A runway incursion happens when an aircraft, vehicle, or person enters a runway without clearance — creating a serious collision risk. ⚠️ 🎧 Example: You’re taxiing at night and cross an active runway after mishearing a clearance. That one moment of confusion can trigger a major safety event. 🧭 How to Prevent It: ✅ Read back all hold short instructions ✅ Use your airport diagram ✅ Verify lighting and signage before crossing 🎓 On your checkride,

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✈️ Runway incursions: a rare but real risk! In 2024, U.S. airports had ~1,757 cases—about 7-8 daily. 😮 Most are minor, and serious close calls dropped 73% from 2023. Thanks to tech like ASDE-X and sharp pilot training, skies are safer! 🛡️ #AviationSafety #RunwayIncursions #FAA #flightpathpioneers #helicopter #flying #pilot #airplane #pilotlife | Walter Dusseldorp