Transportation: English Vocabulary List

the process or act of controlling and directing the aircrafts during their flight which happens in the control tower using radio

"Air traffic control guided the plane to land."

"Air traffic control guides planes safely through takeoff landing and every point in between."

the transfer of people on a public transportation vehicle

"Public transit is convenient."

"We had a long transit at the airport before continuing our journey to the final destination."

(of an aircraft or spacecraft) to land on the ground

"The plane touched down safely."

"The space capsule is scheduled to touch down in the ocean at approximately seven o'clock in the morning."

a strip of ground with a hard surface on which aircraft land or take off from

"The plane waited on the runway."

"The airplane landed smoothly on the long airport runway after a safe flight."

offered or occurring during a flight

"We watched an in-flight movie."

"We watched an in flight movie during our long journey from New York to Tokyo."

the group of people whose job is looking after the passengers on an aircraft

"The cabin crew was helpful."

"The cabin crew served drinks during the flight."

luggage that weighs more than the amount each passenger is allowed on a flight without paying extra money

"Pay for excess baggage."

"Passengers must pay extra money for excess baggage when their luggage is heavier than the allowed limit."

the act or process of moving upward

"The ascent to the peak was tiring."

"The climbers started their steep mountain ascent early in the morning to reach the summit before dark."

the tallest building at an airport from which aircraft's movements are controlled

"Airport control tower."

"The airport control tower guides all airplanes safely during takeoff and landing."

the confusion and tiredness one can experience after a long flight, particularly when rapidly traveling across multiple time zones

"Jet lag is tiring."

"Jet lag made him sleepy all day."

a card that a passenger on a ship or airplane fills in with their personal information and then gives to officials upon arrival

"The passenger filled out a landing card."

"The flight attendant handed each passenger a landing card to fill out before arrival."

the act of transporting goods, particularly by sea

"Fast shipping is important."

"Free shipping on online orders over fifty dollars encourages customers to add more items to their carts."

goods on board an aircraft, ship, or vehicle, being transported

"The ship carried heavy cargo."

"The ship carried a large amount of heavy cargo across the ocean last month."

a ticket or card that passengers must show to be allowed on a ship or plane

"Please have your passport and boarding pass ready."

"You need to show your passport and boarding pass at the gate before they let you get on the airplane."

the area at an airport where passengers can collect their cases, bags, etc. after they land

"Baggage claim was crowded."

"We met at baggage claim after landing."

goods carried by aircraft, trains, trucks, or ships; the transportation of goods using this method

"The train carried freight."

"The company uses air freight to send important packages quickly to customers around the world."

a post displaying a sign that indicates directions or provides guidance on location or route

"The signpost pointed north."

"The road signpost showed the correct direction to the next town clearly."

a system or device in a ship or aircraft that can keep it on a preset course

"Plane on autopilot."

"The modern plane can fly safely on autopilot for many hours without the pilot touching the controls."

a pilot who assists the main pilot during a flight

"The co-pilot checked the instruments."

"The experienced co-pilot assisted the captain during the long international flight last week."

a suitcase or a small bag that one can carry onto an airplane

"Small carry-on bag."

"She packed only a small carry-on bag for the short business trip to another city."

a means of transportation that is used by a passenger after getting off a previous one to continue their journey

"The connection was missed."

"We missed our connection and had to wait for the next flight."

a building where trains, buses, planes, or ships start or finish their journey

"Flights to the US leave from Terminal 5."

"Passengers should check in at least two hours before their terminal departure time."

the process of flying an aircraft

"Aviation is complex."

"The rapid advancements in aviation technology have revolutionized air travel and transportation."

to get on a means of transportation such as a train, bus, aircraft, ship, etc.

"We board the bus."

"Passengers flying to London should board the plane at gate number fifteen immediately."

on or into a vehicle such as a bus, train, plane, etc.

"Welcome aboard the ship."

"Welcome aboard the ship we hope you enjoy your journey and have a wonderful time with us."

located or provided on a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle

"The on-board computer is working."

"The on board computer in the car controls the navigation system and the entertainment features."

downward movement

"The descent was fast."

"The pilot initiated the descent towards the runway after receiving clearance from air traffic control."

instability and sudden changes in the movement of water or air

"The flight experienced turbulence."

"The airplane experienced strong air turbulence during the flight which made some passengers feel uncomfortable."

to choose the direction of and guide a vehicle, ship, etc., especially by using a map

"We will navigate now."

"The experienced captain could expertly navigate the ship through the treacherous, fog-bound waters."

a ticket permitting a passenger to change from one conveyance to another

"Get a bus transfer."

"You will need to get a transfer to board the next train."

to go on vacation by a ship or boat

"The boat cruises along the coast."

"The family decided to cruise around the Caribbean for two weeks on a large ship with swimming pools restaurants and entertainment for everyone."

(of a train or bus) to arrive at a station

"The train pulled into the station."

"The tour bus pulled into the station right on schedule and the tired passengers were relieved to finally arrive at their destination."

(of a train or bus) to leave a station with passengers on board

"The train will pull out."

"After a brief stop for passengers, the train was ready to pull out of the station on schedule."

the part during an aircraft's flight when it is about to land

"The approach was smooth."

"The final approach to the airport was challenging due to unexpected crosswinds and poor visibility."

the cheapest class of accommodations on a train or plane

"The train had a coach."

"We decided to travel in the coach section to save money on the long journey."

a central station, airport, etc. that provides passengers with many services

"Major transport hub."

"The city is a major transport hub connecting many different regions and countries."

a person who attends to passengers on an airplane, train, or ship

"The steward helped us."

"The attentive steward ensured all passengers had a comfortable and enjoyable flight experience."