Quick Facts
- Type
- Airport Infrastructure
- Definition
- The paved area at an airport where aircraft are parked, loaded, fueled, and b...
- Used By
- Ground Crews, Airlines
Definition#
The apron (also called ramp) is the defined area on an airport intended for the parking, loading, unloading, fueling, and servicing of aircraft. It includes gate positions, remote stands, and maintenance areas.
Why It Matters Operationally#
Ground handling operations (baggage, catering, fueling, pushback) all occur on the apron. Apron management and safety are handled by the airport operator under ICAO standards.