Are snow removal vehicles allowed to exceed established speed limits during operations?

Snow removal vehicles are indeed permitted to exceed established speed limits during operations to ensure the airfield remains safe and operational during winter weather conditions. The nature of snow removal operations necessitates a rapid response to changing conditions, and the ability to exceed typical speed limits assists in promptly clearing runways and taxiways of snow and ice. This quick action is vital to maintaining flight safety and minimizing disruptions to air traffic.

In snow removal scenarios, the primary focus is on efficiency and responsiveness rather than strict adherence to speed limits. However, it's important for operators to exercise caution and ensure that their actions do not create unsafe conditions for other vehicles or aircraft on the airfield.