What is the hold position called that holds an aircraft short of the runway when on a taxiway?

• A. Taxiway Location
• B. Runway/Runway Hold Position
• C. Taxiway/Runway Hold Position
• D. ILS Critical Area Hold Position

Answer: (C)

The idea being tested is how we designate where a taxiing aircraft must stop before entering or crossing a runway. The hold point used in this situation is the Taxiway/Runway Hold Position. It marks the boundary between the taxiway and the runway, and you must stop at that point unless you have explicit clearance from ATC to cross onto the runway. The pavement markings (two solid lines on the taxiway side and two dashed lines toward the runway) reinforce this requirement. This hold is distinct from an ILS Critical Area Hold Position, which protects the ILS signals during approaches and sits at a different location. The other term isn’t a standard designation for this situation.