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QX terms 2
Terms used on a daily basis
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| DEADHEAD | the transportation of crewmembers from one point to another to position for a trip or a return to home base |
| DECOMPRESSION | when the cabin pressurization system has failed and the atmosphere inside the aircraft equals the air outside the aircraft |
| DE-ICE | removing ice from the wings with warm air from the engines, by inflation of boots on the leading edge of aircraft surfaces, or by chemical means |
| DELAY | occurs when a flight operates behind schedule |
| DEMONSTRATION | showing passengers the usage of various types of emergency equipment and/or exit locations |
| DESCENT | the movement of an aircraft from a higher to lower altitude |
| DIRECT FLIGHT | a flight, regardless of the normal intermediate stops which does not require a transfer to another aircraft |
| DISPATCH (DISP) | Licensed operators who have the responsibility of scheduling and monitoring all aircraft and crew |
| DITCHING | term used for water landing and evacuation of an aircraft |
| DOMICLE | An airline crew base |
| DON | to put on |
| DRAFT | mandatory assignment of an FA to duty on a day off |
| DUTY TIME | the time an FA is on duty. duty time begins one hour prior to scheduled departure time of the first flight of a flying sequence and extends to 15 minutes after the termination of the last flight of a flying sequence |
| EGRESS | to go out or exit |
| EMPENNAGE | the tail assembly of the aircraft |
| EN ROUTE | in flight when you are on or along the way |
| EQUIPMENT | aircraft |
| EVACUATION | the emergency movement of passengers from the aircraft using all available exits |
| FLIGHT ATTENDANT | a qualified individual assigned by the company to perform all duties required by the FAA in the cabin of the aircraft |
| FA INFORMATION FILE | contains pertinent information and must be read before each scheduled trip |
| FLIGHT CREW INFORMATION FILE | contains pilot information |
| FEATHERED PROP | when the propeller blade turns so the leading edge is into the wind. this reduces drag or wind resistance making it easier to fly the aircraft with an engine inoperative |
| FERRY FLIGHT | a flight with no passengers or cargo on board which is made to position an aircraft for a flight or to get at its home base |
| FIRST OFFICER | pilot in the right seat |
| FLIGHT CREW MEMBER | FAA term used for pilots |
| FLIGHTDECK (cockpit) | the area from which the aircraft is flown |
| FLIGHT PLAN | a predetermined plan to be followed during flight based on the latest info available on the route. Submitted to ATC prior to takeoff |
| FLIGHT SCHEDULE | computerized timetable located on the alaskaair website |
| FOREWARD | toward the front of the aircraft |
| FUSELAGE | the main structure or central section of an airplane that houses the crew and passengers |
| GALLEY | the area used for food storage and service preperation |
| GATE | a holding area where passengers wait prior to boarding the aircraft |
| GEAR | the landing gear |
| GOLDSTREAK | counter to counter, small package service provided by AA |
| GROUND SPEED | the speed of an aircraft, or flight, measured by the distance it travels over the ground taking wing velocity into account |
| HANGER | a building where aircraft is housed |
| HEADWIND | a wind blowing in such a direction that the principle effect is to reduce the ground speed of an airplane in flight |
| HOLDING | a predetermined maneuver that keeps an aircraft within a specific air space while waiting to descend (circling to land) |
| HUBS | connecting terminals that are served by commuter and major airlines |
| INSTRUMENT FLIGHT RULES (IFR) | flying by instruments only due to weather |
| INITIAL OPERATING EXPERIENCE (IOE) | the time an FA trainee will fly under the supervision of an inflight trainer |
| INBOARD | nearest to the aisle |
| INCOMING CREW | the crew from an incoming flight |
| INFANT | passenger less than 2 |
| INFLIGHT INSTRUCTOR | an FA that performs initial, recurrent, and other ground school instruction, providing coaching and guidance |
| INFLIGHT READ FILE (IRF) | contains items that do not have a direct operational impact, not required but encouraged reads |
| INFLIGHT TRAINER | an FA that performs the IOE training of a new hire |
| INFLIGHT TRAINING AND COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST | a full time specialist that performs classroom instruction and training support for FA. they also provide guidance and coaching to all FA's through check rides |
| INOPERATIVE (INOP) | not working |
| INTERMEDIATE STOP | a stop at a city between the originating and termination points of a flight |
| INTERPHONE | the phone used to speak to the flightdeck or FA's on the aircraft |
| INSTANT TRAVEL MACHINE (ITM) | check in kiosk |
| JUMPSEAT | a collapsible seat for crewmembers or authorized observers |
| LAYOVER | crew rest break between flight assignments |
| LEG OF FLIGHT | a portion of a flight series between stops |
| LOGO | company emblem |
| MAIN CABIN DOOR (MCD) | the aircraft door primarily used for passenger boarding and deplaning |
| MINIMUM CREW | the smallest number of FA crewmembers required by the FAA (1 FA to 50 passengers) |
| MONITOR | to watch, check, or keep track of |
| MOVEMENT ON THE SURFACE | the movement of an aircraft on the surface of the airport, including pushback, towing and taxi |
| NON-STOP FLIGHT | non stop between destinations |
| NON-REVENUE (NON-REV) | a passenger traveling on a pass or reduced rate ticket |
| NO SHOW (NS) | a passenger who has a confirmed reservation, no shows and doesn't cancel |
| OFFICIAL AIRLINE GUIDE | a listing of all scheduled airline schedules |
| ON-LINE FLIGHT ATTENDANT | an FA actively working on a schedule |
| ON-LINE STATION | cities that are served on a regularly scheduled basis |
| OPERATIONS (OPS) | an office located at all on-line airport stations where crews obtain necessary flight info |
| ORIGINATING FLIGHT | a flight that is just beginning with a new flight number |
| OUTBOARD | furthest from the aisle |
| OUTBOUND CREW | the crew leaving on a flight |
| PASSENGER | any person occupying a passenger seat in the cabin |
| PER DIEM | monies allotted crew members to cover meal costs while away from their home base |
| PHOTO LUMINESCENT LIGHTING | lighting system on or near the floor to help guide passengers to exits in a darkened cabin |
| PILOT | the person who operates the controls of an airplane |
| PITOT TUBE | instrument located on outside of the fuselage used to indicate airspeed. it is heated and remains very hot to the touch |
| PLACARD | an informational sign designating the location of, or use of emergency or exits |
| POSITIVE SPACE PASSENGER | paying passenger |
| PREFLIGHT | to check, test and prepare for use of an aircraft engine or other piece of equipment prior to flight |
| PRESSURIZATION | air that is compressed by the engines and fed into the cabin to maintain a lower cabin altitude than the aircraft is actually flying |
| PROMOTION | an event or activity which is used to increase company sales, service, or visibility |
| PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS | public address system on board an aircraft |
| PUSHBACK | the means by moving an aircraft from a gate for departure |
| QUICK TURN (QT) | procedures followed to reduce the ground time of an aircraft when the flight is behind schedule |
| RADAR | electronic device that sends impulses out ahead to determine weather conditions |
| RAMP/TARMAC | the area in front of the terminal where the aircraft is parked |
| REMAIN OVERNIGHT (RON) | a flying sequence which will keep a crewmember away from his/her base overnight |
| RESET | return to a normal position |
| ROUTE SYSTEM | the area in which an airline flies on a regular basis |
| RUNWAY | concrete road for aircraft take off and landing |
| SEAT ASSIGNMENT | specific seats assigned to passengers |
| SECURE | to lock up of prepare for locking up |
| SENIORITY | length of service with QX |
| STAR FLIGHT | the first flight of the day for each aircraft |
| STATION MANAGER | a person in charge of all station functions within his/her station |
| STERILE FLIGHTDECK(COCKPIT) | regulation that prohibits crewmembers from performing any duties during a critical phase of flight except those required for safe operation of the airplane |
| STOW | to store or place |
| TAIL WIND | a wind blowing from such a direction that the principle effect is to advance the ground speed of an airplane in flight |
| TAXI | the movement of an airplane under its own power on the surface of the airport |
| THRU PASSENGER | a passenger traveling beyond the first stopping point of a flight |
| TOPS | reported top of cloud layer, or overcast |
| TRIP PAIRING | a series of flights that are grouped together to make up a flying sequence |
| TURBULENCE | a weather condition causing a bumpy ride, classified in categories |
| TURN | a flight on which an FA leaves and returns to his/her domicile without a layover |
| UNACCOMPANIED MINOR (UM) | a child 5-12 who is traveling alone |
| VISUAL FLIGHT RULES (VFR) | weather conditions that permit operation of the aircraft by use of visual reference to the ground |
| WALK AROUND | the exterior inspection of the aircraft by a flight crewmember done during preflight and after each landing |
| WEIGHT AND BALANCE | the placement of passenger and cargo on an aircraft to keep it in balance |
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