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• Department: civil aviation management

• Course Name: introduction to civil aviation

• Course Week: week 07

• Instructor : Mr. Abdirahman Dahir Adan


Class Rules
Lecture 6: Aérodrome Part 1
Defining Aerodromes

ICAO definition

An aerodrome is a defined area on land or water


(including any buildings, installations, and
equipment) intended to be used either wholly or in
part for the arrival, departure, and surface
movement of aircraft .
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Types of Aerodromes
1. Civil Airport
A civil airport is an aerodrome certificated for commercial flights.

Civil Airport
Classifications.

• Domestic
A domestic airport is an airport that handles only flights within the
same country. Domestic airports do not have customs and
immigration facilities.

• International
An international airport is an airport with customs and border
control
facilities enabling passengers to travel between countries.
Types of Aerodromes
2. Military
Is an airport used by a military force to operate military aircraft. Other terms for a military
airport include: Military airbase, Military airfield, Air station, Naval air station, Air force
station and Air force base. they may also be known as airbases, airfields, or stations.
Types of Aerodromes
3. Airstrip
An airstrip is a small aerodrome that consists only of a
runway with perhaps fueling equipment. They are
generally in remote locations.

4. Water Aerodrome
a water aerodrome is an area of open water used regularly
by seaplanes or amphibious aircraft for landing and
taking off.
Aerodrome Components
Aerodrome Components: The
Landside

1 Airport Terminal 2 Ground Access


Facilitates passenger describes the ground
movement from the transportation system that
landside to aircraft on provides access to and from
the airside, including the airport for people –
ticketing, security, passengers, employees,
baggage handling, and visitors, contractors – and
boarding gates. goods.

3 Support Facilities

include things like parking lots, check-in counters,


lounges, and restaurants, accessible to the general
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Aerodrome Airside Components

1 Runways
Paved or unpaved strips used for aircraft
takeoff and landing.

2 Taxiways
Paths connecting runways to terminals,
used by aircraft for movement.

3 Aprons
Areas adjacent to terminals where aircraft
park, load, and unload passengers and
cargo.
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Airport Landside Area
Airport airside Aera
Aerodrome Terminal Facilities
An airport terminal is a building at an airport where
passengers transfer between ground transportation and
the facilities that allow them to board and disembark
from an aircraft.

The buildings that provide access to the airplanes


(via gates) are typically called concourses. However,
the terms "terminal" and "concourse" are sometimes
used interchangeably, depending on the configuration of
the airport.
Aden Abdulle International AirportTerminal
Aerodrome Terminal Facilities

Passengers on commercial flights access airside areas through terminals, where they can
purchase tickets, clear security, check or claim luggage and board aircraft through
gates.

The waiting areas which provide passenger access to aircraft are typically called
concourses, although this term is often used interchangeably with terminal.
Passenger Terminal Function
Ticket Purchase
Passengers purchase tickets and check flight information.

Security Clearance
Passengers undergo security checks to ensure safety.

Luggage Handling

Passengers check or claim luggage, ensuring smooth travel.

Gate Access
Passengers board aircraft through designated gates.

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Aerodrome Terminal Facilities- Check-in counters
Precondition for boarding: All
passengers must check-in before
boarding. You can check-in online or in
person at the airport.
Aerodrome Terminal Facilities- Check-in counters
Aerodrome Terminal Facilities:
Security Screening
Airport security screening is a process that aims to protect the
airport, passengers, and crew from threats and dangerous
situations.
Passenger Safety Methods
The screening process aims Passengers are screened

to protect passengers and using walk-through metal

crew from threats and detectors or body scanners,

dangerous situations. with their baggage checked


via X-ray.

Restricted Items
Liquids, laptops, and aerosols are typically removed from
carry-on bags and placed in a tray for screening.
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Aerodrome Terminal Facilities- Customs and Immigration

Airports with international flights have customs and


immigration facilities.

However, as some countries have agreements that allow


travel between them without customs and immigrations,
such facilities are not a definitive need for an international
airport.
Aerodrome Terminal Facilities: Customs
and Immigration

Passport Control
Passengers arriving from international flights must clear customs
and immigration to enter the destination country.

Baggage Inspection
Customs officers may inspect baggage for prohibited or restricted
items, such as illegal drugs or weapons.

International Agreements
Some countries have agreements allowing travel between them
without customs and immigration, simplifying the process for
passengers.
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Aerodrome Terminal Facilities- boarding gate

An airport boarding gate is a designated area in an


airport terminal that allows passengers to board a
flight.
Airport Boarding Announcement
Aerodrome Terminal Facilities:
Boarding Gate
Boarding Announcement
Passengers are notified of their boarding gate and time through
airport announcements and digital displays.

Gate Area
The boarding gate is a designated area where passengers queue
and await instructions from airline staff.

Boarding Process
Passengers show their boarding passes and proceed to the
aircraft through the gate.

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