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Airline Terminologies Quiz

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What is a charter flight?

A flight operated by a single carrier only
A flight operated by two carriers to share their airline code
A flight rented by a group for operation into a specified city (correct)
A flight with no specific destination

What is the role of a control tower?

To provide entertainment during the flight
To serve food to passengers onboard
To monitor incoming/outgoing aircraft (correct)
To assist passengers with baggage claim

What does code sharing refer to in the airline industry?

Sharing airline uniforms between carriers
An agreement between carriers to display or 'share' their airline code in availability/schedules (correct)
Sharing passenger details between different airlines
Sharing airline promotional codes with customers

What is denied boarding?

A situation when a customer is stopped from boarding a scheduled flight (D) Signup and view all the answers

Who does the term 'crew' refer to in the airline industry?

Pilots and flight attendants onboard an aircraft (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a deadhead in the context of aviation?

A crew member not on active duty being moved into position for active duty elsewhere (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main responsibility of flight attendants?

Assuring customer comfort and safety during flight (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes a ferry flight?

A flight conducted without passengers for aircraft transfer (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a first officer on an aircraft?

Sitting in the right seat of the flight deck (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an Extended Over Water (EOW) equipped aircraft?

To fly more than 162 nautical miles from land with additional safety equipment (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a ground transportation service at an airport?

Providing surface transportation between the airport and the city center (D) Signup and view all the answers

Where do flight attendants stow service items on an aircraft?

In the galley (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an In Flight Emergency Manual?

To guide flight attendants in their responsibilities during emergencies. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of an Intermediate Stop in aviation?

A scheduled stop where additional customers board or deplane. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Jump seat/Pilot in an aircraft?

To provide seating for FAA personnel and pilots of other airlines. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Offline' refer to in the aviation industry?

Airlines other than US Airways, Inc., US Airways Express or US Airways Shuttle. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the Layover time in aviation?

The time spent between flights in a city that is not the home base. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does an Online itinerary include in terms of airlines?

Flights on US Airways, Inc., US Airways Express and US Airways Shuttle only. (A) Signup and view all the answers

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