Airport Codes (USA only)
What is the airport code for San Diego?
SAN
This American airport opened on September 15, 1926 and is named after two former mayors of the nearby city. Since 1998, this airport has been the world's busiest airport by passenger traffic (with the exception of 2020).
Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport – Atlanta, Georgia
Name 1 of United Airlines Hubs
This airline was founded on March 14th, 1927. It was the principal and largest international air carrier and unofficial flag carrier of the United States for much of the 20th century. The first airline to fly worldwide, it pioneered innovations such as jumbo jets and computerized reservation systems, it also introduced the first American jetliner in 1958. It ceased operations on December 4, 1991
Pan Am
What is the most common material used for modern airplane construction?
Aluminum
What is the airport code for Orlando?
MCO
This airport opened in 1974 and welcomes over 73 million passengers annually. It is known for its innovative Skylink, an automated people mover system that connects all five terminals and transports passengers quickly and efficiently. It is one of the few airports in the world with a dedicated "Founders’ Plaza", an observation area for aviation enthusiasts to watch aircraft operations up close.
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport – Dallas, Texas
Name 2 of American Airlines hubs
With American, United, and Eastern, this airline was once part of the "Big Four" domestic airlines in the United States formed by the Spoils Conference of 1930. It operated from July of 1930 until it was acquired by American Airlines in 2001.
Trans World Airlines (TWA)
What force opposes thrust in an aircraft?
Drag
What is the airport code for Maui?
OGG
This airport opened in 1944 and has gone through a couple of name changes over the years. This is why its IATA airport code is not representative of its current name. The most well-known artwork tunnel at this airport is the kinetic neon sculpture titled "The Sky's the Limit" and created by artist Michael Hayden in 1987.
O'Hare International Airport – Chicago, Illinois
Name 3 of Southwest Airlines hubs
This airline was a U.S. low-cost airline that operated from 2007 until it was acquired by Alaska Airlines in 2016 and fully merged in 2018. Known for its premium experience with amenities like mood lighting and in-seat entertainment, the airline was based in California and flew primarily within the United States and to Mexico.
Virgin America
In aviation, what is "Mach 1"?
The speed of sound
What is the airport code for New Orleans?
MSY
This airport first opened way back on August 15, 1931. This is one of two airports that serve this capital city. In Terminal 1, look for the aviation shrine and pray to the Shinto gods and spirits for a safe flight.
Haneda Airport (Tokyo International Airport) – Tokyo, Japan
Name 4 of Delta Airlines Hubs
This airline was founded in 1928 but ceased operations in 1982. Its routes were primarily in the midwestern and southwestern United States, with Dallas Fort Worth being their main hub. This airline ceased operations in the early 80's due to high fuel prices, credit card interest rates and extreme competition from the large trunk carriers and the new airline startups created by the Airline Deregulation Act of December 1978.
Braniff International Airways
What is the primary function of ailerons on an aircraft?
To control roll!
What is the airport code for Fresno?
FAT
This airport is famous for its butterfly garden, movie theatre, swimming pool and water features. The name of the airport is believed to be derived from a local tall tree that used to grow in the district. This airport was named the World’s Best Airport 2025 in the World Airport Awards.
Singapore Changi Airport – Singapore
Name 5 of Jetblue's hubs
This airline was one of the earliest pioneers of low-cost travel, inspiring future carriers like Southwest Airlines. Billing itself as the “World’s Friendliest Airline” and painting a smile on the nose of its aircraft. The airline was headquartered in San Diego, with additional hubs in Los Angeles and San Francisco. US Air acquired it in 1987, and the airline flew its final flight in 1988.
Pacific Southwest Airlines
Which type of cloud formation is often indicative of turbulent air?
Cumulonimbus