What is the distance between runway centerline marking segments in feet?

What is the distance between runway centerline marking segments in feet?

• A. 80 feet
• B. 60 feet
• C. 100 feet
• D. 120 feet

Answer: (A)

Runway centerline markings are a dashed line along the runway center, spaced at a fixed interval to give pilots a steady visual cue for alignment. The standardized distance between the centerline segments is 80 feet. This repeating 80-foot pattern helps you gauge your position on final approach and during rollout, remaining visible from various distances and speeds. The spacing is chosen to balance visibility with cockpit perspective, so the centerline pattern remains a reliable reference as you look down the runway.

Runway centerline markings are a dashed line along the runway center, spaced at a fixed interval to give pilots a steady visual cue for alignment. The standardized distance between the centerline segments is 80 feet. This repeating 80-foot pattern helps you gauge your position on final approach and during rollout, remaining visible from various distances and speeds. The spacing is chosen to balance visibility with cockpit perspective, so the centerline pattern remains a reliable reference as you look down the runway.