Journal of Airport Engineering Technology (JAET)

ENHANCING APRON MOVEMENT CONTROL JOB PERFORMANCE THROUGH CONTEXTUAL TEACHING AND LEARNING IN AVIATION ENGLISH

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Low proficiency in technical English, especially radiotelephony communication, remains a major challenge among aviation cadets. This skill is a core requirement for Apron Movement Control (AMC) officers to ensure effective and safe ground operations. This study aims to examine the effect of the Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) approach on improving AMC cadets’ Aviation English competence. A quantitative approach with a one–group pretest–posttest design was employed. The participants consisted of 48 cadets from class MBU 03 at the Palembang Aviation Polytechnic. Data were collected through pretest and posttest assessments and analyzed using the Shapiro–Wilk normality test and the Paired Sample T-test. The findings revealed a significant improvement in cadets’ competence, as indicated by an increase in the mean score from 215.52 (pretest) to 435.83 (posttest). The correlation test (r = 0.721; sig = 0.000) and the t-test (sig = 0.000 < 0.05) confirmed a statistically significant effect of CTL implementation. The results demonstrate that the CTL approach effectively enhances Aviation English competence by linking instructional materials with authentic operational contexts. This study introduces an innovative integration of CTL in Aviation English learning for AMC operations, offering a contextualized and industry-relevant model for vocational aviation education.

PROHIBITED ITEMS DIGITAL INFORMATION TO SUPPORT ACTIVITIES IN THE AIRPORT PASSENGER SECURITY CHECK POINT

Muhammad Afdhal Attaullah — Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This research analyzes the effectiveness of information media related to prohibited items in enhancing the operational efficiency of the Passenger Security Check Point (PSCP) at Terminal 2, Juanda International Airport. The frequent confiscation of items such as liquids, lighters, and scissors, along with the occurrence of long queues, reflects passengers’ limited awareness of carry-on baggage restrictions. The study aims to analyze the strategic placement and effectiveness of information media in improving passenger awareness of security procedures. Using a qualitative method through observations, interviews with Aviation Security personnel and passengers, and field documentation, the study found that the current information media such as posters and digital boards, are placed in non-strategic locations and are therefore ineffective in delivering key messages to passengers. The novelty of this research lies in its focus on evaluating information media placement and its direct impact on the efficiency of PSCP operations. The findings are expected to contribute to improving airport security communication strategies using strategically placed and multilingual digital media, thereby reducing prohibited items and streamlining the security screening process.

IDENTIFICATION OF APRON MARKING STANDARDIZATION ON POTENTIALLY POSING SAFETY RISKS IN AIRCRAFT OPERATION AT AIRPORT

Aulia Pangestuti — Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Based on observations at Adi Soemarmo Airport Boyolali, several apron markings were found to have faded or overlapped, particularly in areas that have undergone layout changes due to terminal development. These conditions reduce the visibility of the markings, potentially posing safety risks in the operation of aircraft and Ground Support Equipment (GSE) vehicles. This study aims to analyze the conformity of apron markings at Adi Soemarmo Airport with the technical provisions stipulated in the Minister of Transportation Regulation No. 21 of 2023. A qualitative descriptive method was applied through direct field observation, photographic documentation, comparison with regulatory specifications, and consultation with Apron Movement Control (AMC) officers to verify operational implications and maintenance practices. The results show that several marking elements, particularly stand boundaries, lead-in/lead-out lines, and equipment parking indications, do not fully meet visibility and standardization criteria as required by regulation, mainly due to color fading and misalignment from overlapping paint layers. These deficiencies reduce the effectiveness of the apron as a navigational aid and may elevate operational risk during peak activity. The novelty of this study lies in employing a regulatory compliance-based assessment specifically referencing PR 21 of 2023, which has not been explicitly adopted in previous apron marking evaluations. The findings contribute both theoretically, by demonstrating apron marking conformity as a measurable safety indicator, and practically, by offering evidence-based recommendations to strengthen AMC supervision and maintenance planning for airside safety enhancement.

PROTOTYPE IoT-BASED AIRFIELD LIGHTING ON/OFF MONITORING SYSTEM (ALMOS) USING ESP32 MICROCONTROLLER

Afra Nabilah Andeni — Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Airfield Lighting (AFL) systems play a crucial role in ensuring safe aircraft operations, particularly during low visibility, night operations, and adverse weather conditions; however, at Radin Inten II Lampung Airport, inspections are still conducted manually, relying on visual observation that often leads to delays in detecting lamp failures, longer maintenance times, and increased operational costs. This study aims to design and develop a prototype of an IoT-based Airfield Lighting On/Off Monitoring System (ALMOS) capable of real-time monitoring of AFL lamp status to improve maintenance efficiency and reliability. Using the Research and Development (R&D) method with a simplified Borg and Gall model, the prototype integrates the ACS712-30A current sensor to detect electrical flow, the Arduino Uno ATMega328P for initial data processing, and the Power Line Carrier Communication (PLCC) KQ330 module as a medium for transmitting data through existing power lines, while the ESP32 microcontroller receives and displays the data on a web-based monitoring interface. The experimental results show that ALMOS accurately detects current variations corresponding to on/off conditions and transmits data stably via PLCC and Wi-Fi networks, proving its effectiveness in real-time monitoring. The novelty of this research lies in the integration of IoT and PLCC technologies to simulate advanced systems like AGLAS into a simpler, low-cost, and educational prototype. This study contributes to airport engineering technology by providing a scalable reference model for developing automated AFL monitoring systems that enhance operational efficiency, minimize manual inspections, and serve as a practical learning medium for aviation technology students.