Aviation Terminology Quiz

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What does the term 'aterrizar' mean in the context of aviation?

To land.

Identify two types of cabins mentioned in the content.

Business class cabin and economy class.

What is the purpose of a 'máscara de oxígeno' during a flight?

It provides oxygen in case of cabin depressurization.

Differentiate between 'el comandante' and 'el asistente de vuelo'.

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What is the significance of the 'ruta de vuelo'?

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Explain the function of 'la bolsa para el mareo' on an airplane.

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What role does 'la tripulación' play in an aircraft?

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Describe the purpose of 'el chaleco salvavidas' on an aircraft.

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Cabin

The part of an airplane where passengers sit.

Cockpit

The area in the front of the plane where the pilots control the aircraft.

Overhead compartment (over head)

The space above your head in a plane where you can store your luggage.

Life vest

A piece of clothing you wear to help you float in water during an emergency.

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Takeoff

The act of an airplane leaving the ground.

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Landing

The act of an airplane touching down on the ground.

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Turbulence (unexpected)

Sudden and unplanned movements of the airplane.

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Flight plan

The plan of the route the plane will follow.

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Study Notes

Aviation Terminology

  • Fasten: abrocharse
  • Choices: alternativas
  • Flight Attendant: aeromozo/a, azafata, asistente de vuelo
  • Wing: ala
  • Pillow: almohada, cojín
  • Altitude: altura
  • Bathroom: aseo
  • Landing: aterrizaje
  • To land: aterrizar
  • Airsickness bag: bolsa para el mareo
  • Seat pocket: bolsillo del asiento
  • Bump/bounce: brincar
  • Seat bed: butaca-cama
  • To fit: caber
  • Cabin: cabina
  • Cockpit: cabina del piloto/de mando
  • Forward cabin: cabina delantera
  • Business class cabin: cabina ejecutiva
  • Rear cabin: cabina trasera
  • Channel: canal
  • Charge: cargo
  • Economy class: clase económica
  • Captain/Pilot: comandante
  • Meal: comida
  • Overhead compartment: compartimiento (superior)
  • Life vest: chaleco salvavidas
  • Welcome aboard: dar la bienvenida abordo
  • Under: debajo de
  • Under the seat: debajo del asiento
  • Forward: delantero
  • Armrest: descansabrazos
  • Take off: despegar
  • Take off (the action): despegue
  • Emergency: emergencia
  • Entertainment: entretenimiento
  • In case of: en caso de
  • Hand luggage/Carry-on: equipaje de mano
  • Station: estación
  • Lit/illuminated: iluminado
  • Unexpected: inesperado
  • Headset: juego de audífonos/ auriculares
  • Blanket: frazada, frisa, manta
  • To keep: mantener
  • Airsickness: mareo
  • Oxygen mask: máscara de oxígeno
  • Stereophonic music: música estereofónica
  • Snack: merienda
  • Touch screen: pantalla táctil
  • Aisle: pasillo
  • Movie/Film: película
  • To remain: permanecer
  • Pilot: piloto
  • Per hour: por hora
  • Air pressure: presión de aire
  • First class: primera clase
  • Main: principal
  • Seat back: respaldo del asiento
  • Toilet: retrete
  • Flight plan/Route: ruta de vuelo
  • Emergency exit: salida de emergencia
  • (No) smoking section: sección de (no) fumar
  • Safety: seguridad
  • Seated: sentado/a
  • No-smoking sign: señal de no fumar
  • Tray table: tableta
  • Flight time: tiempo de vuelo
  • Rear: trasero
  • Crew: tripulación
  • Unexpected turbulence: turbulencia inesperada
  • Speed: velocidad
  • To fly: volar
  • Flight: vuelo

Flight Essentials

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Spanish Aviation Terms

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