Who is responsible for the movement of aircraft or vehicles on nonmovement areas?

In the context of airport operations, the pilot holds ultimate responsibility for the movement of aircraft on nonmovement areas, which include taxiways and parking areas not under air traffic control jurisdiction. This responsibility is grounded in the regulatory framework where pilots are required to exercise care and maintain situational awareness during ground operations to ensure safety.

While the tower controller manages operations on the active movement area, the nonmovement areas fall under the pilot’s purview. This distinction is crucial because the pilot must navigate these areas without the same level of oversight from air traffic control. Consequently, the pilot needs to be vigilant and adhere to local airport procedures, signage, and any relevant instructions provided by ground personnel, thereby ensuring safe and efficient movement across these noncontrolled sections of the airport.