![]() ![]() The thrust to propel the aircraft forward comes from its propellers or jet engines. The other aircrafts have to wait for these aircrafts before they start or continue taxiing. The aircrafts that are landing or taking off have higher priority. ![]() Just like cars, there is a certain list of priorities during taxiing. Before making a turn, the pilot reduces the speed further to prevent tire skids. The aircrafts always moves on the ground following the yellow lines, to avoid any collision with the surrounding buildings, vehicles or other aircrafts. An airplane uses taxiways to taxi from one place on an airport to another for example, when moving from a terminal to the runway. Taxiing refers to the movement of an aircraft on the ground, under its own power. Image courtesy of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) 4.1 Taxi ![]()
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