FAA Instrument Stage 1 Practice Exam

Precision runways are equipped with additional markings that enhance the guidance provided to pilots during approach and landing. Among these, the most significant are the touchdown zone markings and side stripe markings.

Touchdown zone markings are designed to identify the area on the runway where an aircraft is expected to touch down. This aids pilots in determining the appropriate point for landing, especially during precision approaches where vertical guidance is critical. The presence of these markings helps in the safe and efficient landing of aircraft by providing clear visual cues.

Side stripe markings are also featured on precision runways. These are located along the sides of the runway and help to delineate the runway's edges, enhancing situational awareness for pilots, especially during low-visibility conditions or at night.

In contrast, non-precision runways do not have these additional markings, which is why the specific markings found on precision runways provide essential visual guidance that is not present on non-precision runways.