If brake pressure drops below safe operating limits, the towing operation must be terminated.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Only after a delay
• D. Only with the pilot's instruction

Answer: (A)

Brake pressure below safe operating limits means the braking system can’t provide the needed stopping power and control. In a tow, reliable brakes are essential for controlling speed, stopping distance, and keeping the aircraft from drifting or veering. When pressure falls under the safe threshold, there’s a real risk of loss of control or an uncontrolled movement, endangering people and equipment. The correct course is to terminate the tow immediately and secure the aircraft so maintenance can diagnose and repair the fault. Waiting for a delay or for the pilot’s instruction would expose everyone to unnecessary risk, so safety dictates stopping right away.