Under emergency conditions and by orders of Airport Police Officers or Airfield Operations representatives, how may traffic be directed?

• A. Detoured, halted, or diverted in any manner necessary
• B. Maintained in current lane
• C. Prohibited from moving
• D. Only slowed but not detoured

Answer: (B)

In emergency situations, when Airport Police Officers or Airfield Operations give directions, the aim is to keep traffic flow orderly and predictable. Staying in your current lane provides a simple, clear instruction that reduces the chance of confusing abrupt lane changes and helps responders manage the scene safely. Detouring, stopping, or diverting in any manner without specific, direct orders can create new hazards and misunderstandings, so they’re not the default approach. By maintaining your lane unless told otherwise, you support a controlled, safer response until new instructions are issued.