How many emergency staging locations are there on/at academy airport?

• A. 4
• B. 6
• C. 7
• D. 5

Answer: (D)

Emergency staging locations are designated gathering points where responders organize, position their equipment, and receive assignments during an airport emergency. Each location is positioned to support quick access to the incident area while keeping active runways and taxiways clear, ensuring smooth radio communications and coordinated deployment of multiple agencies (fire, EMS, law enforcement, ARFF). The number of these locations is defined by the airport’s incident command plan and reflects the field layout, traffic flow, and the need to prevent congestion as resources ramp up.

At academy airport, the plan specifies five staging locations. This setup provides enough space and distinct gathering points to efficiently stage different types of units and equipment, maintain order, and enable a scalable response as the situation evolves.