A building at an airport where passengers transfer between ground transportation and the aircraft.
Airport Terminal
A large digital display showing flight numbers, destinations, and status updates.
Departures Board
A designated area where passengers can leave their large suitcases after checking in.
Baggage Drop
The specific area or door where passengers wait to board their aircraft.
Gate
The area in the arrivals hall where passengers collect their checked luggage from a carousel.
Baggage Reclaim
A long, paved strip of land on which aircraft land and take off.
Runway
The counter where you register as a passenger and receive your boarding pass.
Check-in Desk
The area where passengers and carry-on items are screened for prohibited items.
Security
The government department responsible for checking for illegal items and collecting taxes.
Customs
An exclusive waiting area offering comfort and refreshments for specific passengers.
Airline Lounge
The narrow passage between the rows of seats.
Aisle
The staff members who look after the safety and comfort of passengers during a flight.
Cabin Crew
A journey requiring passengers to change planes at an intermediate airport.
Connecting Flight
A flight between two places that does not require a passenger to change planes.
Direct Flight
Tiredness and confusion felt after a long flight across several time zones.
Jet Lag
A non-stop flight that covers a very long distance, usually over 6 hours.
Long-haul Flight
