Airplane Travel

I. Introduction:

Airplane travel is one of the most common forms of transportation to get to

overseas destinations, but making plane reservations and buying plane tickets
are only the first steps. You need to know what to do and what to say once
you arrive at the airport. Listen to the words below and consult a dictionary if
you need a definition. Write a sample sentence for each word to learn how it is
used in context. You can use the Internet to find such sentences.

1. aisle

2. aisle seat

3. baggage claim area

4. boarding area

5. boarding pass

6. carry-on luggage

7. cockpit

8. emergency exit

9. flight attendant

10. gate

11.lavatory

12. life jacket

13. metal detector

14. overhead compartment

15. oxygen mask

 16. pilot

17. seat belt

18. security checkpoint

19. security officer

20. terminal

21. ticket counter

22. tray table

23. window seat

24. X-ray machine

II. Practice:
Now, complete the sentences below with the best answer:
1. The ___________ will be serving food and beverages after the plane
reaches its cruising altitude.

A. flight attendants B. pilots C. security officers

2. After the plane lands, you can pick up your luggage at the
______________.

A. boarding area B. baggage claim area C. overhead compartment

3. If the cabin loses pressure during flight, you should put on your
_____________ so you can breathe comfortably.

A. seat belt B. life jacket C. oxygen mask

III. Follow-Up:

What are the most important points you look for when choosing an airline for
your next flight?

Rank the following points from the most to least important: price, destination,
length of flight, on-time record, meals, comfort and seating, and customer
service.

Then, choose a destination and compare two different airlines and see which
company suits your needs for your next flight.