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What are the two broad white rectangles located about 1,000 feet down the runway?

Choices

  • The threshold markings

    Threshold markings are longitudinal stripes at the very beginning of the runway.

  • ✓ The aiming point markingscorrect

    The aiming point is a pair of broad rectangles about 1,000 feet down the runway.

  • The displaced threshold

    A displaced threshold uses arrows and a different marking scheme.

  • The runway centerline

    The centerline is a dashed line running the length of the runway.

Why

The aiming point markings are two broad rectangles about 1,000 feet from the threshold, providing a visual touchdown target.

FAA source: AIM 2-3-3browse the reference library →

This is taught in Runway and Taxiway Markings — study the lessons free, then practice with grading and mastery tracking.

Original study question written for this course — representative of FAA knowledge-test topics, not an actual current FAA exam question.

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