What signal indicates 'Clear the Taxiway / Runway'?

• A. STOP
• B. Not Applicable in this context
• C. Clear the Taxiway / Runway
• D. Proceed to the next intersection

Answer: (C)

The signal to Clear the Taxiway / Runway is the instruction you need when you must vacate the active path so aircraft can pass safely. It directly tells you to leave the taxiway or runway area clear, which is essential because aircraft are moving fast and need an unobstructed route for takeoffs, landings, or taxiing.

This differs from a STOP signal, which would require you to halt and hold rather than vacate the area, and from a signal to proceed to the next intersection, which is simply a movement instruction and doesn’t address clearing the active path. So the signal that indicates Clear the Taxiway / Runway is the correct one.