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LATEST AAAE CM EXAM 2026/2027 PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND
STUDY GUIDE EXAM COMPLETE & APPROVED QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT DETAILED SOLUTIONS WITH RATIONALES
(100% CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS) NEWEST UPDATED
VERSION 2026 EDITION |GUARANTEED (BUS MNG)
What is the most common airport ownership type in the U.S.?
Municipalities (cities and counties)
Who sets standards for security access control systems?
The Radio Technical Commission on Aeronautics
How many days are required for the Notice of Proposed Rule-
Making?
30 days
What is the directive to FAA personnel on specific subjects and
programs?
The FAA Order
,What is 14 CFR Part 13 Investigation and Enforcement
The informal complaint system that is filed with the Airport District
Office. FAA will investigate and offer to help resolve. If the sponsor
is in violation, the FAA provides the opportunity to comply.
A Notice of Noncompliance may be issued if the FAA believes the
airport is non-compliant. The letter will identify the apparent
violation(s), specifies corrective action(s), and gives a deadline.
What is 14 CFR Part 16 Rules of Practice for Federally-Assisted
Airport Enforcement Proceedings
The formal complaint system that is filed in Washington DC. It
involves financial compliance and reasonable and
nondiscriminatory access, but includes all obligations in the Grant
Assurances and property deeds.
Formal agency finding regarding the compliance status of an
airport. Prior to a Part 16 complaint, a person must have initiated
and engaged in good faith efforts to resolve informally (Part 13
will work).
Deadline driven, including pleadings, investigations, and lawyers
If airport is non-compliant, FAA may withhold new grants, withhold
payment on existing grants, terminate eligibility for future grants
and passenger facility charges; cease and desist orders; civil
penalties; or judicial enforcement.
,What does the Tucker Act do?
Waives immunity over claims arising out of contracts with the
federal government.
What agency has the power to make safety related regulations after
an aircraft accident?
The FAA
Who produces standards and recommended practices for
aviation worldwide?
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
What professional industry trade organization represents GA pilots
of small aircraft?
Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association
What does Grant Assurance #21 (Compatible Land Use) ensure?
The sponsor must make a reasonable attempt at compatible land
use outside airport property boundaries. Incompatible land is
generally residential, schools, hospitals or public health entities,
and concert halls.
, What document must always be up to date to receive FAA funds?
ALP
The ALP must delineate the airport boundaries, all facilities, and
identify future development plans. FAA approval represents
concurrence in the conformity of design standards and
criteria.
According to the FAA, where do most conflicts occur in permitted
activities (aero or non-aero)?
Non-aeronautical
What are airport tenants and users required to adhere to?
Rules and Regulations
What is the benefit of grant assurances to the airport user?
Ensures adequate level of safe and effective service
What are examples of non-aeronautical revenue sources?
Concessions, parking lot charges, rental cars, advertising space,
industrial park
LATEST AAAE CM EXAM 2026/2027 PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND
STUDY GUIDE EXAM COMPLETE & APPROVED QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT DETAILED SOLUTIONS WITH RATIONALES
(100% CORRECT VERIFIED ANSWERS) NEWEST UPDATED
VERSION 2026 EDITION |GUARANTEED (BUS MNG)
What is the most common airport ownership type in the U.S.?
Municipalities (cities and counties)
Who sets standards for security access control systems?
The Radio Technical Commission on Aeronautics
How many days are required for the Notice of Proposed Rule-
Making?
30 days
What is the directive to FAA personnel on specific subjects and
programs?
The FAA Order
,What is 14 CFR Part 13 Investigation and Enforcement
The informal complaint system that is filed with the Airport District
Office. FAA will investigate and offer to help resolve. If the sponsor
is in violation, the FAA provides the opportunity to comply.
A Notice of Noncompliance may be issued if the FAA believes the
airport is non-compliant. The letter will identify the apparent
violation(s), specifies corrective action(s), and gives a deadline.
What is 14 CFR Part 16 Rules of Practice for Federally-Assisted
Airport Enforcement Proceedings
The formal complaint system that is filed in Washington DC. It
involves financial compliance and reasonable and
nondiscriminatory access, but includes all obligations in the Grant
Assurances and property deeds.
Formal agency finding regarding the compliance status of an
airport. Prior to a Part 16 complaint, a person must have initiated
and engaged in good faith efforts to resolve informally (Part 13
will work).
Deadline driven, including pleadings, investigations, and lawyers
If airport is non-compliant, FAA may withhold new grants, withhold
payment on existing grants, terminate eligibility for future grants
and passenger facility charges; cease and desist orders; civil
penalties; or judicial enforcement.
,What does the Tucker Act do?
Waives immunity over claims arising out of contracts with the
federal government.
What agency has the power to make safety related regulations after
an aircraft accident?
The FAA
Who produces standards and recommended practices for
aviation worldwide?
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
What professional industry trade organization represents GA pilots
of small aircraft?
Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association
What does Grant Assurance #21 (Compatible Land Use) ensure?
The sponsor must make a reasonable attempt at compatible land
use outside airport property boundaries. Incompatible land is
generally residential, schools, hospitals or public health entities,
and concert halls.
, What document must always be up to date to receive FAA funds?
ALP
The ALP must delineate the airport boundaries, all facilities, and
identify future development plans. FAA approval represents
concurrence in the conformity of design standards and
criteria.
According to the FAA, where do most conflicts occur in permitted
activities (aero or non-aero)?
Non-aeronautical
What are airport tenants and users required to adhere to?
Rules and Regulations
What is the benefit of grant assurances to the airport user?
Ensures adequate level of safe and effective service
What are examples of non-aeronautical revenue sources?
Concessions, parking lot charges, rental cars, advertising space,
industrial park
