Who must be notified of a departing aircraft that is being taxied to a nonactive runway?

• A. Local Control
• B. Ground Control
• C. Flight Operations
• D. Emergency Services

Answer: (A)

The notification of a departing aircraft being taxied to a nonactive runway is primarily the responsibility of Ground Control. Ground Control is tasked with managing all ground operations, including the movement of aircraft on the taxiways and ramps. This coordination ensures safety and clear communication, particularly when an aircraft is taxiing toward a runway that is not currently active for takeoff or landing.

Local Control primarily deals with aircraft in the airspace and managing landing or departing traffic at active runways. Since the scenario involves an aircraft taxiing and not yet part of the active runway sequence, it does not fall under their immediate jurisdiction.

Flight Operations typically handle coordination regarding flight plans, schedules, and overall operational management rather than direct runway or taxiway control. Emergency Services would be notified if there were a specific need for assistance or a potential emergency situation, but they are not involved in the routine notification and coordination of taxiing aircraft. Thus, notification should go directly to Ground Control for appropriate coordination and safety management.