Airport Emergency Plan (AEP) Drill and Exercise Checklist
This airport emergency plan drill and exercise checklist ensures compliance with FAA 14 CFR Part 139.325 (Airport Emergency Plan), FAA Advisory Circular AC 150/5200-31 (Airport Emergency Plan), NIMS/ICS (National Incident Management System/Incident Command System) integration requirements, and FAA Part 139 triennial full-scale exercise requirements. Designed for Airport Emergency Coordinators and Airport Operations Directors to plan, execute, and evaluate emergency exercises.
- Industry: Aviation
- Frequency: Annual
- Estimated Time: 4-8 hours
- Role: Airport Emergency Coordinator / Airport Director
- Total Items: 30
- Compliance: FAA 14 CFR Part 139.325 Airport Emergency Plan, FAA AC 150/5200-31 Airport Emergency Plan, NIMS/ICS National Incident Management System, FAA Part 139 Triennial Full-Scale Exercise, TSA 49 CFR Part 1542 Airport Security
Pre-Exercise Planning
Exercise design and preparation.
- Airport Emergency Plan current and FAA-approved?
- All participating agencies notified and confirmed?
- Exercise scenario and objectives documented?
- Exercise controllers and evaluators briefed?
- Real-world safety plan in place for duration of exercise?
Command and Control
ICS activation and coordination.
- ICS Incident Command Post established and staffed?
- Incident Commander identified and exercising authority?
- Multi-agency communications interoperability tested?
- ATC Tower coordinating with incident command?
- Mutual aid agencies responding per AEP agreements?
Emergency Response Agencies
Participating agency response evaluation.
- ARFF response time within limits?
- EMS/medical response and triage setup functional?
- Law enforcement perimeter established?
- Hospital notification and capacity assessment completed?
- Family Assistance Center (FAC) activated per NTSB requirements?
ARFF Operations
Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting evaluation.
- All required ARFF vehicles responding?
- ARFF agent discharge rates within Index requirements?
- Aircraft rescue tools and entry equipment deployed?
- Foam reserve adequate for sustained operations?
- All ARFF personnel holding current ARFF certifications?
Exercise Evaluation
Post-exercise debrief and documentation.
- Exercise objectives evaluated and rated?
- Hot wash debriefing conducted immediately after exercise?
- After Action Report (AAR) with corrective actions assigned?
- Improvement plan with responsible parties and timelines created?
- FAA notified of exercise completion?
Exercise Records
Documentation and FAA reporting.
- Master exercise chronological log completed?
- Photos and/or video documentation collected?
- Agency sign-in sheets collected?
- AEP updated based on exercise findings?
- Exercise Notes
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Why Use This Airport Emergency Plan (AEP) Drill and Exercise Checklist?
This airport emergency plan (aep) drill and exercise checklist helps aviation teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for airport emergency coordinator / airport director professionals, this checklist covers 30 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: annual.
Ensures compliance with FAA 14 CFR Part 139.325 Airport Emergency Plan, FAA AC 150/5200-31 Airport Emergency Plan, NIMS/ICS National Incident Management System, FAA Part 139 Triennial Full-Scale Exercise, TSA 49 CFR Part 1542 Airport Security. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Airport Emergency Plan (AEP) Drill and Exercise Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 30 inspection items across 6 sections: Pre-Exercise Planning, Command and Control, Emergency Response Agencies, ARFF Operations, Exercise Evaluation, Exercise Records. It is designed for aviation operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed annual. Each completion takes approximately 4-8 hours.
Who should use this Airport Emergency Plan (AEP) Drill and Exercise Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Airport Emergency Coordinator / Airport Director professionals in the aviation industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.