The following items are considered for the selection of a site for an airport. Mark the incorrect option.

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  1. Class of airport
  2. Visibility at airport site
  3. Altitude
  4. Runway orientation

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Option 1 : Class of airport
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The selection of a suitable site for an airport depends upon the class of airport under consideration. However, if such factors as required for the selection of the largest facility are considered the development of the airport by stages will be made easier and economical. The factors listed below are for the selection of a suitable site for a major airport installation:

(i) Regional plan

(ii) Airport use

(iii) Proximity to other airports

(iv) Ground accessibility

(v) Topography

(vi) Obstructions

(vii) Visibility

(viii) wind

(ix) Noise nuisance

(x) Grading, drainage and soil characteristics

(xi) Future development

(xii) Availability of utilities from town

(xiii) Economic consideration

(xiv) Runway orientation

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