What is the taxi restriction regarding the fuel truck at home field?

• A. Can taxi past the fuel truck at any time
• B. Do not taxi past fuel truck conducting fueling ops with an aircraft parked in a spot served by the taxi line in use
• C. Maintain 100 feet from fuel trucks
• D. Taxi is allowed within 20 feet of fuel trucks

Answer: (B)

The taxi restriction regarding the fuel truck at the home field emphasizes safety during refueling operations. The correct answer highlights that pilots should not taxi past a fuel truck when it is actively conducting fueling operations near an aircraft that is parked in a location served by the same taxi line being used. This rule is important because it prevents potential hazards that could arise from taxiing too close to a fueling operation, where fuel spills or equipment may be present.

Understanding this restriction is crucial for maintaining operational safety on the airfield. It helps in avoiding accidents that could occur if a taxiing aircraft were to interfere with fueling operations, poses a risk to personnel on the ground, or causes damage to the aircraft being fueled. The other options either suggest that it is permissible to taxi too close to the fueling operations or are vague about the necessary precautions, which do not align with the primary focus of ensuring safety in these scenarios.