Who are not required when towing aircraft on obstructed, established taxiways and runways or parking ramps with guide lines?

• A. Tail and wing walkers
• B. Nose walkers
• C. Tow vehicle operators
• D. Ground crew

Answer: (A)

When guide lines are in place on obstructed, established taxiways, runways, or parking ramps, those lines provide the precise path and clearances for the aircraft to follow. Tail and wing walkers are mainly used to guide and monitor clearance when there isn’t a reliable guiding system or visibility is limited. With the lines marking the route, the tow vehicle operator can steer the aircraft along the intended path and communicate with the ground crew without needing dedicated tail and wing walkers. The tow operator and ground crew remain essential for attaching tow equipment, maintaining line tension, and ensuring safety around obstacles, but the extra observers at the tail and wings aren’t required when guiding lines are available and properly used.