Boarding
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Definition
The process of passengers entering the aircraft before departure
Related Terms
Boarding Pass
A document providing authorization to board an aircraft for a specific flight
Denied Boarding
When a passenger with a confirmed reservation is not allowed to board due to overbooking
Gate
A designated area at an airport where passengers board and deplane aircraft
Jet Bridge
An enclosed, movable connector between an airport terminal gate and an aircraft door
Priority Boarding
Early aircraft boarding privilege given to premium class passengers or loyalty program members
Security Screening
The process of checking passengers and baggage for prohibited items before entering secure areas
Unaccompanied Minor (UM)
A child traveling without an adult passenger who receives special airline supervision
Mentioned In
Navigating Airports with Children and Families
…JFK has them in Terminals 1, 4, 5, and 8. Priority Boarding and In-Flight Logistics Nearly all airlines offer…
How to Book Flights for Large Groups and Events
Making the Most of Short Lounge Visits
…presentation. Pre-loading the airline's app with offline boarding passes, downloading your next hotel's confirmation and…
Flying Standby: Tips for Cheap Last-Minute Flights
…promotional fare before it sells out. Involuntary Denied Boarding: The Passenger's Perspective Airlines legally overbook…
Facial Recognition and Biometrics at Airports
…a configured threshold — typically 0.98 or higher for boarding gates — the passenger is granted passage without staff…