9.5 Taxi Speed Limits

Taxi speed is critical for:
Safety
Passenger comfort
Ground operations
Standard Taxi Speeds
Normal taxi → approx. 20 kt
Outside apron → max 30 kt
Special Cases
High-speed exit → 40 kt (max 50 kt)
Tight turns → max 15 kt
Operational Importance
Excessive taxi speed increases:
Brake wear
Risk of runway/taxiway excursions
Passenger discomfort
Core Rule
“Taxi speed must always match environment.”