A Correlation Study of the Relationship between Human Factor Errors and the Occurrence of Runway Incursions

Abstract

Runway incursions have been a problem since the advent of airports.  As air traffic has increased, so have the number of runway incursions.  Throughout the years, many research studies have been conducted and systems developed in an attempt to reduce the rate of runway incursions.  Despite best efforts, the rate of runway incursions has continued to rise.  This research did not attempt to address remedies for runway incursions; instead it attempted to identify the most common causes of runway incursions.  With a better understanding of the causes of runway incursions, the Federal Aviation Administration and the aviation community can better utilize their efforts and resources to reduce the persistent safety threat caused by runway incursions.