5. En route events

Word

Example

boarding gate

The passengers are waiting at the boarding gate for their flight.

in-flight entertainment

The in-flight entertainment includes movies and music.

cabin crew

The cabin crew will assist you during the flight.

safety briefing

The captain will give a safety briefing before takeoff.

to delay flight

The flight has been delayed due to weather conditions.

turbulence

The plane experienced some turbulence, but it was nothing serious.

flight attendants

The flight attendants will serve drinks shortly after takeoff.

emergency exit

Please note the location of the emergency exit nearest to your seat.

altitude

The aircraft is currently at an altitude of 30,000 feet.

jet lag

She felt a bit of jet lag after the long flight from New York.

on time

The flight is on time and will depart shortly.

air traffic control

The plane was cleared for takeoff by air traffic control.

check-in desk

Please proceed to the check-in desk to receive your boarding pass.

luggage carousel

Baggage claim area is near the luggage carousel.

priority boarding

Passengers with priority boarding may enter the plane first.

gate change

There has been a gate change; please check the monitors for updates.

boarding pass

Make sure to keep your boarding pass handy for inspection.

overhead compartment

Please store your hand luggage in the overhead compartment.

layover

We have a two-hour layover in Paris before our next flight.

connecting flight

You will need to take a connecting flight to reach your destination.

in-flight meal

The in-flight meal will be served shortly after takeoff.

seatbelt sign

The seatbelt sign is on, please fasten your seatbelt.

oxygen mask

In case of emergency, oxygen masks will drop from the overhead compartment.

flight delay

The flight delay is due to maintenance issues.

window seat

I prefer a window seat so I can enjoy the view.

aisle seat

She requested an aisle seat for more legroom.

first class

First class passengers enjoy more luxurious seating and services.

economy class

Economy class passengers will be served lunch shortly.

fasten your seatbelt

The captain has asked all passengers to fasten their seatbelts.

weather delay

The flight has been delayed due to adverse weather conditions.

landing gear

The landing gear was lowered as the plane prepared to land.

final descent

We are now making our final descent into London Heathrow.

flight path

The flight path will take us over the Atlantic Ocean.

airplane mode

Please turn on airplane mode to avoid interference with the aircraft systems.

passengers list

The cabin crew will check the passengers list before boarding.

flight schedule

Please check the flight schedule for the latest updates.

baggage claim

Passengers can pick up their luggage at baggage claim.

duty-free shop

The duty-free shop offers a range of perfumes and cosmetics.

passport control

You will need to go through passport control after landing.

immigration

Immigration officers will check your documents upon arrival.

boarding call

The final boarding call for flight 101 is now announced.

cargo hold

The cargo hold is secure, and all luggage has been loaded.

in-flight announcements

The captain made several in-flight announcements regarding the weather.

pre-flight check

A pre-flight check was completed to ensure everything was in order.

cabin pressure

The cabin pressure is being adjusted for your comfort.

to scan a boarding pass

Please scan your boarding pass at the scanner before entering.

aircraft registration

The aircraft registration number is ABC123.

pre-arrival briefing

The flight attendants gave a pre-arrival briefing before landing.

in-flight service

In-flight service includes meals and beverages.

runway

The plane is now lining up on the runway for takeoff.