Definition: Manoeuvring area

Category: Transport

That part of an airport to be used for the take-off, landing and taxiing of aircraft, excluding aprons.
i) Holding bay (ICAO)
A defined area where aircraft can be held or by-passed, to facilitate efficient surface movement of aircraft.
ii) Intermediate holding position (ICAO)
A designated position intended for traffic control at which taxiing aircraft and vehicles shall stop and hold until further cleared to proceed when so instructed by the airport control tower.