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What is the purpose of a segmented circle at an airport?
- A.To mark the compass calibration area
- B.To show where drones may take off
- C.To indicate the traffic pattern direction and wind direction for each runway
Correct answer
C. To indicate the traffic pattern direction and wind direction for each runway
Why
The segmented circle surrounds a wind indicator and uses markers to show the pattern direction for each runway end. It resolves any doubt about nonstandard patterns at that field.
Source: FAA-G-8082-22 Ch. 11 · ACS knowledge area: Airport Operations · From the Loading, Performance & Airport Operations practice bank (PER-068).