Stripmarking must be in compliance with which guide?

• A. All stripmarking must be in compliance with the Phraseology and Strip Marking Guide.
• B. Strip marking guidelines are optional during ERAM operations.
• C. Strip marking does not require adherence to any specific guide.
• D. Strip marking should follow the ERAM Operations Manual.

Answer: (D)

Stripmarking is governed by the official procedures that control how data strips are created and used within ERAM, so the ERAM Operations Manual is the authoritative source. This manual defines exactly what information must be shown on a strip, how it should be formatted, and the workflow for updating strips as flights progress. Following it ensures consistency across all facilities, so controllers can read and interpret strips quickly and the data interface with ERAM remains reliable and safe. Other guides may exist for guidance or terminology, but they do not set the mandatory requirements for stripmarking in ERAM operations, and treating them as optional would lead to mismatches and confusion.