Definition
Taxiway
A defined path on an airport surface designated for the taxiing of aircraft between runways, ramps, and parking areas. Taxiways are identified by letters (e.g., Taxiway Alpha, Taxiway Bravo) and marked with a continuous yellow centerline stripe. Taxiway edge markings are double yellow lines, and taxiway signage has yellow text on a black background for location signs and black text on a yellow background for direction signs.
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