Consolidated JBSA-LAK Airfield Driving Test: Runway Incursion Prevention

22. What is the correct action for an emergency response vehicle responding to an emergency on the runway while other vehicles are already on the runway?

a. Request permission onto the runway from Airfield Management.
b. Proceed onto the runway and join responding units already on the runway.
c. Report to the Incident Commander on the runway to perform response actions.
d. Request permission onto the runway from the Air Traffic Control Tower prior to entering the runway.

In emergency situations on the runway where other vehicles are already present, it's crucial for an emergency response vehicle to follow proper protocol to avoid accidents or further complications.

Requesting permission onto the runway from the Air Traffic Control Tower ensures coordination and communication with air traffic control personnel who have a comprehensive view of runway activity and can provide guidance to ensure safe entry onto the runway.

This protocol helps prevent potential collisions and ensures the safety of all personnel and aircraft involved in the emergency response. Therefore, option d) is the correct action for an emergency response vehicle in such a scenario.