Aviation Jargon Mastery Quiz

ABP in this context refers to a term commonly used in transportation industries to refer to Able Bodied passenger.

ASIC can have multiple meanings depending on the context in which it is used. In this case, the correct answer is 'Airport Security Identification Card.'

ATC commonly refers to Air Traffic Control in the context of aviation.

ATD stands for Actual time of departure, referring to the exact time when a vehicle or aircraft begins its journey.

The brace position is a safety measure to protect passengers and crew members during an emergency landing by minimizing the risk of injury.

CAA commonly refers to Civil Aviation Authority in the context of aviation regulations and oversight.

CANX is typically used as an abbreviation for 'Cancelled', indicating that something has been called off or terminated.

CAR typically refers to Civil Aviation Regulation in the context of aviation and aviation safety.

CCM stands for Cabin Crew Member, which refers to the members of the flight crew responsible for the safety and comfort of passengers onboard an aircraft.

A chock is used to prevent an aircraft from moving by blocking the wheels and keeping it securely in place during maintenance or when parked.

Ditching refers to the emergency landing of an aircraft on water, typically performed in case of engine failure or other emergencies requiring the plane to land outside of a designated airport.

ETA typically refers to the Estimated Time of Arrival in various contexts, such as transportation schedules.

ETD stands for Estimated time of departure, which refers to the estimated time that a vehicle, particularly an aircraft, is scheduled to depart from a specific location.

The correct answer 'Departing' is the opposite of arriving, as departing means leaving or going away from a place.

In aviation, AFT refers to the rear part of an aircraft. It is essential for pilots and ground crew to understand and communicate using standardized terminology to ensure safety and efficiency in operations.

The correct answer refers to an allergic reaction that can lead to a severe, potentially life-threatening condition known as anaphylactic shock, often triggered by peanuts. The incorrect answers are made-up terms that do not align with the given question.

AMCO typically refers to Airport Movements Co-ordinator in the context of airport operations where the coordinator is responsible for managing ground movements of aircraft.

An APU is a device on a vehicle that provides energy for functions other than propulsion.

ATA commonly stands for Actual time of arrival in transportation and logistics context.

BLND is an abbreviation for the term 'Blind', which refers to a person who has a vision impairment.

The term 'Co-Mail' typically stands for company mail, which refers to mail sent within or between companies.

CS can have multiple meanings depending on the context, but in this case it refers to Cabin Supervisor in the airline industry.

DPL typically refers to Disabled person Lifter, a device used to assist individuals with disabilities in lifting and moving.

A/C is an abbreviation commonly used to refer to Aircraft in the aviation industry.

The correct answer is 'Airside manager', which is a term used in the aviation industry to refer to the manager responsible for overseeing operations on the airfield side of an airport.

The correct abbreviation for Captain is 'Capt.' which is short for Captain.

C.I.P. stands for Commercial Important Person, referring to individuals or entities that hold significance in the business world.

The term 'downwind' specifically refers to the direction in which the wind is blowing, regardless of whether it is a nautical or aviation context.