Which of the following indicates the aircraft is ready to tow?

• A. Tow bar connected, pin and chain secured, brakes tested, clear path, and appropriate clearance from hazards.
• B. Tow bar connected, pin missing, brakes tested, clear path.
• C. Tow bar not connected, brakes tested, and path is clear.
• D. Nose gear is locked and chocks removed.

Answer: (B)

To be ready to tow, the tow system must be fully secured and all safety checks completed. The tow bar must be connected to the aircraft and secured with the safety pin in place and the chain secured so the connection cannot come loose during movement. Brakes should have been tested and confirmed functional, and the path ahead must be clear with hazards kept at a safe distance. If the pin is missing, the tow bar can release or detach, making towing unsafe, even if other steps like brakes testing or path clearance are in place. Other scenarios fail because they either lack a secured tow connection or remove required safety precautions (such as leaving chocks in place or attempting to move with an unsecured bar). So the readiness indicator is having the tow bar securely connected with the pin and chain in place, brakes tested, and a clear, hazard-free path.