Check-in and Security
In-Flight Terms
Special Needs and Requests
Airline Types and Classes
Common Phrases
100

The place where you show your ticket and ID; you receive your boarding pass here.

What is Check-in Counter?

100

The staff on the airplane; they assist with your needs.

What is Cabin Crew?

100

Facilities for passengers with mobility challenges; make a request when booking.

What is a Wheelchair Access?

100

A low-cost carrier; offers fewer amenities but often cheaper fares.

What is a Budget Airline?

100

The last announcement before the plane's doors close; hurry to the gate if you hear this.

What is a Final Call?

200

A document that gives you access to the plane; it includes your seat number.

What is a Boarding Pass?

200

Sudden, unexpected movement of the aircraft; it's a normal part of flying.

What is Turbulence?

200

Stores in international terminals; they sell products without local taxes.

What is a Duty-Free Shop?

200

The highest level of service on a flight; includes extra comfort and amenities.

What is First Class?

200

A flight leaving at the scheduled time; important for maintaining your itinerary.

What is On-Time Departure?

300

A screening process for passengers; ensures safety by checking for prohibited items.

What is Security Check?

300

A storage area above the seats; for carry-on bags.

What is Overhead Bin?

300

A subsequent flight on your journey; ensure enough time for the transition.

What is a Connecting Flight?

300

A temporary stop in your journey at an airport; it may require changing planes.

What is a Layover?

300

A button above your seat to request assistance; only press when necessary.

What is a Flight Attendant Call Button?

400

The area where you wait for your flight; each flight has a specific number.

What is a Gate?

400

The wheels of the plane; used during take-off and landing.

What is a Landing Gear?

400

Assistance for children flying alone; must be arranged in advance.

What is a Unaccompanied Minor Service?

400

A security officer on a flight; travels incognito for passenger safety.

What is a Air Marshal?

400

The weight or number of bags you're allowed to check; varies by airline and class.

What is a Baggage Allowance?

500

Where you collect your bags after landing.

What is a Baggage Claim?

500

Where the pilots control the plane; off-limits to passengers.

What is a Cockpit?

500

A flight that travels overnight; often cheaper but can disrupt sleep.

What is a Red-Eye Flight?

500

A ticket purchased without a confirmed seat; waits for available seats on a flight.

What is a Standby?

500

An announcement often made before immigration; prepare your travel documents.

What is Please Have Your Passport Ready?