rullaustieltä

Rullaustie is a Finnish term referring to a taxiway at an airport. Taxiways are paved surfaces that connect runways to aprons, hangars, terminals, and other airport facilities. They are essential for the safe and efficient movement of aircraft on the ground.

Aircraft use taxiways to maneuver between the runway and the parking areas. This movement is carefully controlled by air traffic control (ATC) to prevent collisions with other aircraft or vehicles. The layout and design of taxiways are standardized to ensure predictable movement patterns. They are typically marked with lights and signage to guide pilots, especially during periods of low visibility.

The term "rullaustie" directly translates to "rolling road" or "taxiing road," accurately describing its function. Airports have a network of interconnected taxiways, often designated with letters or numbers, to facilitate complex ground movements. Pilots receive instructions from ATC on which taxiways to use to reach their destination on the airport surface. The speed at which aircraft move on taxiways is significantly slower than on runways.