What is the width of taxiway A?

• A. 150 ft
• B. 300 ft
• C. 250 ft
• D. 200 ft

Answer: (D)

Taxiway width is chosen to provide safe clearance for aircraft wings, fuselage, and prop clearance while they taxi, including enough space for wheel paths and any shoulder areas. The width for taxiway A is set to accommodate the typical traffic mix at the field, including mid-size jets, so there’s a comfortable margin for wingtip clearance and maneuvering. A width of 200 feet gives that needed safety buffer without being unnecessarily wide for the expected operations. The other options would either be too tight for common aircraft on a taxiway of this category or broader than necessary for the intended use, so 200 feet is the appropriate choice in this context.