Definition
MOVEMENT AREA
The runways, taxiways, and other areas of an airport/heliport which are utilized for taxiing/hover taxiing, air taxiing, takeoff, and landing of aircraft, exclusive of loading ramps and parking areas. At those airports/heliports with a tower, specific approval for entry onto the movement area must be obtained from ATC.
- See: ICAO term MOVEMENT AREA
Source: FAA Pilot/Controller Glossary (verbatim from the Federal Aviation Regulations).