Airport Vocabulary
boarding
The act or process of getting on or into a vehicle, such as a plane or train.
departure
The act of leaving or going away from a place.
Glossary Reference
Terms related to air travel, terminals, security, and flight operations.
boarding
The act or process of getting on or into a vehicle, such as a plane or train.
departure
The act of leaving or going away from a place.
arrival
The act of arriving or coming to a place.
layover
A temporary stop or break in a journey, often between flights.
terminal
A place where transport vehicles load or unload passengers or goods.
gate
A movable barrier that allows entrance or exit.
luggage
Bags, cases, or other items used to carry personal belongings while traveling.
security checkpoint
A location where individuals undergo a safety inspection before entering a secure area.
boarding pass
A document provided by an airline during check-in, giving a passenger permission to enter the restricted area of an airport and to enter the aircraft for a particular flight.
ticket
A small piece of paper or card that gives the holder a certain right, such as to enter a place or to travel.
baggage claim
A designated area at an airport where passengers collect their luggage after a flight.
customs
The official procedures and regulations governing the import and export of goods.
passport
An official document issued by a government, certifying the holder's identity and citizenship, and allowing them to travel internationally.
flight itinerary
A detailed plan that outlines the route and schedule of a journey, particularly when traveling by air.
runway
A strip of land at an airport where aircraft take off and land.
boarding area
A designated area where passengers wait to board a vehicle, typically an airplane or a train.
airline
A company that provides scheduled flights for passengers and cargo.
crew
A group of people working together, especially in a specialized activity.
flight attendant
A person whose job is to attend to passengers on an aircraft.
tarmac
A type of material used for surfacing roads or runways, typically made from asphalt.
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