Direction signs

What do direction signs look like?

Direction signs are square and can have several background colours, including blue, yellow, white, orange and brown. There are exceptions to this rule of thumb. Direction signs provide information about place names, services, routes, lane choices, road choices and the distance to destinations.

Airport / airfield

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Is the airport sign important for the theory test and driving test?

This sign is part of the theory test syllabus, and you should be able to recognize it and understand its main meaning. It is usually less central during the driving test, but you should still be familiar with it.

What is the airport sign?

The airport sign is an information and direction sign with a white background and a black airplane symbol. The sign marks terminal directions to airports with scheduled traffic, and is also used at exits toward helicopter terminals.

When do you encounter the airport sign?

You encounter the airport sign at:

Off-ramps from the motorway – when there is an exit toward the airport.
Approach roads to urban areas – with terminal directions and parking garages.
Roundabouts and intersections – where local direction signs lead to the airport.

How do you use the signing?

Follow the arrow on the airport sign, reduce speed in good time, and choose the correct lane or exit. After the junction, confirmation signs give you extra reassurance that you are still on your way to the airport.

Tips for remembering the airport sign

Symbol: A black airplane on a white background.
Shape: Square with rounded corners.
Color: White background in cities and towns, yellow or blue on the motorway.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about the airport sign

Does the sign apply to a heliport? – Yes, if the airport has its own helicopter terminal, the heliport sign is shown first at the exit.
Why a white background? – Terminal signs outside the motorway use white signs with black symbols for easier readability in built-up areas.