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What is the main purpose of IATA codes?
What is assigned to airports by IATA?
What is the IATA code for John F. Kennedy International Airport?
What is the IATA code for American Airlines?
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What is the IATA code for Paris?
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What do IATA codes enable in flight schedules and travel documents?
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Study Notes
IATA Code Definition
- A three-letter code used to identify an airport, airline, or location
- Also known as IATA airport codes or IATA location identifiers
Airport Codes
- Assigned to airports worldwide by the International Air Transport Association (IATA)
- Used to shorten airport names and make communication more efficient
- Examples:
- JFK (John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York City)
- LHR (London Heathrow Airport, London)
- NRT (Narita International Airport, Tokyo)
Airline Codes
- Two-letter codes assigned to airlines by IATA
- Used to identify airlines in flight schedules, tickets, and other travel documents
- Examples:
- AA (American Airlines)
- LH (Lufthansa)
- SQ (Singapore Airlines)
Location Codes
- Used to identify cities, regions, or other geographic locations
- Examples:
- NYC (New York City)
- PAR (Paris)
- SYD (Sydney)
Benefits of IATA Codes
- Simplifies communication and reduces errors
- Facilitates quick identification of airports, airlines, and locations
- Enables efficient processing of flight schedules, tickets, and other travel documents
IATA Codes
- A three-letter code used to identify an airport, airline, or location
- Also known as IATA airport codes or IATA location identifiers
Airport Codes
- Assigned to airports worldwide by the International Air Transport Association (IATA)
- Shorten airport names and make communication more efficient
- Examples:
- JFK: John F.Kennedy International Airport, New York City
- LHR: London Heathrow Airport, London
- NRT: Narita International Airport, Tokyo
Airline Codes
- Two-letter codes assigned to airlines by IATA
- Used to identify airlines in flight schedules, tickets, and other travel documents
- Examples:
- AA: American Airlines
- LH: Lufthansa
- SQ: Singapore Airlines
Location Codes
- Used to identify cities, regions, or other geographic locations
- Examples:
- NYC: New York City
- PAR: Paris
- SYD: Sydney
Importance of IATA Codes
- Simplify communication and reduce errors
- Facilitate quick identification of airports, airlines, and locations
- Enable efficient processing of flight schedules, tickets, and other travel documents
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Learn about the three-letter codes used to identify airports and locations worldwide, assigned by the International Air Transport Association (IATA).
