Which areas are classified as "Airside" at YYC?

The classification of "Airside" areas at an airport refers specifically to the zones where aircraft operate, including runways, taxiways, and the apron vicinity around aircraft. These areas are critical for the safe movement of aircraft and must be strictly controlled and monitored due to the hazards present, such as moving vehicles and aircraft operations.

Runways are the pathways where aircraft take off and land, while taxiways provide the routes that aircraft use to move to and from the runways and other areas, including the apron. The apron is the area where aircraft are parked, serviced, loaded, and unloaded. Access to these airside areas is typically restricted to authorized personnel and vehicles with the appropriate Airside Vehicle Operator Permits (AVOP) to ensure safety and compliance with airport operations protocols.

In contrast, the other options include areas that are not considered airside. For example, parking lots and terminals are classified as landside areas, where the general public can access without restriction. Similarly, maintenance areas and fuel storage zones, while crucial for overall airport operations, are also typically classified as landside or non-operational airside/maintenance areas. Check-in counters and baggage claim areas are located in the terminal and are meant for passenger processing and are also landside