Airport operationsQuestion 195 of 934

During landing roll, a pilot sees all runway centerline lights turn red. How much runway is left?

  1. The last 1,000 feet
  2. The last 3,000 feet
  3. The last 2,000 feet
  4. The last 500 feet
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Correct answer: The last 1,000 feet

Centerline lights are white, then alternate red and white for 2,000 feet, then all red for the last 1,000 feet.

Source: Aeronautical Information Manual (FAA, Basic with Change 3, 9 July 2026), AIM 2-1-5 In-runway Lighting, page 126

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026