Plain English Meaning
The careful habits you use on the ground at an airport to keep yourself, your aircraft, and others safe.
Full Definition
The set of safety practices a pilot follows when operating on or around an airfield to avoid collisions, runway incursions, prop or jet blast injuries, and damage to aircraft or property. These include vigilant taxiing, careful use of brakes and power, awareness of other traffic, and proper handling of the aircraft on the ground.
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You encounter this term in airport operations, especially when preparing to taxi, take off, land, or move around an unfamiliar airport.