What is the term for the pathways that aircraft use to move on the airport?

The term used for the pathways that aircraft utilize to move around the airport is known as the taxiway. Taxiways are specifically designed for aircraft to taxi to and from the runways and different areas of the airport, such as terminals or maintenance facilities. They provide a safe and efficient route for aircraft to navigate the airport without interfering with runway operations.

In contrast, runways are the designated areas for aircraft takeoff and landing, not for taxiing. The apron refers to the area where aircraft are parked, loaded, unloaded, and serviced, but not for movement between these different locations. The terminal is the building where passengers embark and disembark from flights and does not encompass the pathways for aircraft movement. Thus, taxiways are the critical links that facilitate the safe intra-airport transit of aircraft.