Flight Attendant Terminology

Flashcards containing key terms and definitions related to flight attendant terminology.

FA JUMPSEAT

Retractable seat in the cabin where flight attendants sit for takeoff and landing.

FAK

First Aid Kit.

FAM

Flight Attendant Manual or Federal Air Marshall.

FAP

Forward Attendant Panel.

FARS

Federal Aviation Regulations.

FERRY FLIGHT

A flight set up to operate without revenue passengers.

FFDO

Federal Flight Deck Officer.

FIRST OFFICER (F/O, SIC)

Second in command to the Captain; sits in the right seat of the flight deck.

FLAPS

Hinged, pivotal, and retractable portions of the wings used for lift during takeoff/landing.

FLASHLIGHT

Portable light that is battery-operated.

FLIGHT DECK/COCKPIT

The forward area of the A/C where the CA and F/O sit during flight, containing the controls and navigation equipment.

FLOOR LEVEL EXIT

An exit situated at the A/C floor level which does not require an individual to 'step up and through' to exit.

FLT

Flight.

FORWARD (FWD)

At, near, or toward the front of the A/C.

FUSELAGE

Aircraft body; the complete central structure to which wings, tail surfaces, and engines are attached.

GALLEY

Designated area where beverages and meals are prepared.