What action should be taken when experiencing low visibility conditions?

When experiencing low visibility conditions, the most prudent action is to pull over and wait for better conditions. This approach ensures safety for both the operator and others present on the airside. Low visibility can severely impair a driver’s ability to see runway markings, signs, and other vehicles, increasing the risk of accidents. By stopping in a safe location until visibility improves, operators can prevent potentially dangerous situations and maintain control over their surroundings.

Maintaining normal speeds with caution or increasing speed are both risky, as these actions do not address the underlying challenge of low visibility, thereby heightening the chance of accidents or losing situational awareness. Using high beam lights is generally not advisable in low visibility conditions as well, since they can reflect off precipitation or fog. Thus, waiting for improved conditions represents the safest and most responsible choice in such scenarios.