Which committee is the Deputy Airfield Manager a member of?

• A. Foreign Object Damage (FOD) Prevention Committee
• B. Airfield Safety Committee
• C. Runway Operations Committee
• D. Emergency Management Committee

Answer: (A)

FOD prevention is the focus here. Foreign Object Debris (or Damage) is a top safety risk on any airfield, capable of causing severe damage to aircraft engines and systems if debris is ingested or struck during operations. The Deputy Airfield Manager is typically involved in coordinating safety programs across airfield operations, maintenance, and housekeeping, making it natural for them to sit on the committee that leads efforts to identify, control, and prevent FOD. That committee oversees things like debris control programs, tool and equipment accountability, runway and ramp inspections, and training to reduce FOD incidents—all aligned with the Deputy’s responsibilities to keep the airfield safe and efficient.

The other committees focus on different areas: Runway Operations concentrates on the day-to-day runway use and maintenance tasks; Airfield Safety covers broader safety concerns across the field; Emergency Management handles planning and response for incidents and disasters. While these are important, the specific emphasis on preventing debris and ensuring debris-free surfaces points to FOD prevention as the best fit for the Deputy Airfield Manager’s committee membership.