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  1. What is the purpose of an Environmental Management System (EMS) at an airport, as defined by ISO 14001?

    Answer: To provide a structured framework for managing environmental impacts and improving performance continually

    ISO 14001 EMS provides a plan-do-check-act framework that helps airports systematically identify, manage, and reduce their environmental impacts through continuous improvement.

  2. Which pollutant is of greatest concern for airports located near communities regarding air quality under the Clean Air Act?

    Answer: Nitrogen oxides (NOₓ) and particulate matter (PM) from aircraft and GSE exhaust

    NOₓ and particulate matter from aircraft engines, ground support equipment, and vehicle traffic are the primary criteria pollutants of local air quality concern regulated under the Clean Air Act.

  3. An airport conducting a Categorical Exclusion (CatEx) determination under NEPA is attempting to:

    Answer: Document that a project falls into a category that normally does not significantly affect the environment, avoiding a full EA or EIS

    A CatEx allows the FAA to document that a proposed action belongs to a pre-defined category of actions that have been found not to significantly affect the environment, streamlining the review process.

  4. Under FAA Order 1050.1F, which analysis is specifically required for airport projects located in or near wetlands?

    Answer: A Section 404 permit analysis under the Clean Water Act and a wetlands impact assessment

    Projects impacting wetlands must evaluate impacts under Clean Water Act Section 404 (Army Corps of Engineers dredge-and-fill permits) as required by FAA's environmental orders.

  5. An aviation manager wants to reduce Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions at the airport. The most effective strategy is to:

    Answer: Switch to renewable energy sources for airport buildings and facilities

    Scope 2 emissions are indirect emissions from purchased electricity and heat; switching to renewable energy directly reduces Scope 2 GHG emissions from airport operations.

  6. What is the FAA's role under the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) Section 106 when approving airport development projects?

    Answer: The FAA must consult with the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) to consider effects on historic properties

    Section 106 of the NHPA requires federal agencies like the FAA to consider the effects of their undertakings on historic properties and consult with the SHPO before approving projects.