At PDK, we have had a rash of pilot deviations associated with the pilot turning off a taxiway onto or across a runway to reach a ramp. The pilot began taxiing northbound on Taxiway 'D'. The Ground Controller expected the aircraft to taxi across Runway 2L on Taxiway 'D' and remain on Taxiway 'D' traveling northbound to contact the Ground Controller on the other side for further instructions. However, if you do this, remember it will be up to you to determine if you've cleared the active runway and where you will switch to Ground Control prior to entering Taxiway 'A'.
Taxiways are for taxiing, runways are for taking off and landing.
You do not have permission to use a runway as a taxiway unless you request and are approved to do so by the tower, or the tower directs you to use a runway for taxiing to expedite the flow of traffic. Make safety your number one priority. Visit PDK's Runway Incursion Page and learn about hazard areas at your airport. All Rights Reserved. DeKalb County Airport Division .