Which aircraft has the right-of-way over all other engine-driven aircraft?

Which aircraft has the right-of-way over all other engine-driven aircraft?

• A. Aircraft towing or refueling other aircraft
• B. Airship
• C. Gyroplane
• D. Helicopter or rotorcraft

Answer: (A)

Towing or refueling another aircraft is a special operation that requires a clear, stable flight path and minimal maneuvering. Because the tow aircraft is actively performing a task that can be disrupted by abrupt changes in air traffic, it has the right-of-way over all other engine-driven aircraft. Other pilots must not assume they can pass in front of or cut in front of the tow plane; they should yield and maintain safe separation. The other options describe different types of aircraft, but their status does not grant automatic priority over every engine-driven aircraft regardless of the situation. The key point is the ongoing towing or refueling operation itself, which takes precedence to ensure safe completion of the task.

Towing or refueling another aircraft is a special operation that requires a clear, stable flight path and minimal maneuvering. Because the tow aircraft is actively performing a task that can be disrupted by abrupt changes in air traffic, it has the right-of-way over all other engine-driven aircraft. Other pilots must not assume they can pass in front of or cut in front of the tow plane; they should yield and maintain safe separation.

The other options describe different types of aircraft, but their status does not grant automatic priority over every engine-driven aircraft regardless of the situation. The key point is the ongoing towing or refueling operation itself, which takes precedence to ensure safe completion of the task.