Following the Tragic Final Flight of Southwest Airlines Flight 1248

question 10

Multiple Choice

Following the tragic final flight of Southwest Airlines Flight 1248, authorities took some measures including airport design to prevent future accidents. One aspect of airport design that can reduce the negative impact of runway overruns is the implementation of a runway end safety area (RESA) . Which one is TRUE about RESA?

• A) It shouldn't hinder rescue services
• B) Runways supporting instrument approaches require shorter RESAs
• C) It should be built from materials that effectively slow aircraft movement
• D) A, B & C
• E) A & C