Aviation Acronyms and Abbreviations Study Notes

Acronyms and Abbreviations in Aviation

  • AC: Aircraft
  • ADA: Americans with Disabilities Act
  • AE: American Eagle
  • AED: Automated External Defibrillator
  • AFT: Rearward
  • AFT FA: Rearward Flight Attendant
  • AS: Alaska Airlines, Operated by SkyWest Airlines
  • ASAP: Aviation Safety Action Program
  • ATC: Air Traffic Control
  • BCK: Biohazard Cleaning Kit
  • CDK: Communicable Diseases Kit
  • FAPM: Flight Attendant Policy Manual
  • COJ: Cabin Observer Jumpseat
  • CRJ: Canadair Regional Jet
  • CRM: Crew Resource Management
  • CRO: Complaint Resolution Official
  • CSA: Customer Service Agent
  • DGHM: Dangerous Goods and Hazardous Materials
  • DLC: Delta Connection
  • DOT: Department of Transportation
  • DVP: Direct View Panel
  • EDK: Extended Delay Kit
  • EGD: Extended Ground Delay
  • EMK: Emergency Medical Kit
  • ERJ 175: Embraer Regional Jet
  • FA: Flight Attendant
  • FO: First Officer
  • FAA: Federal Aviation Administration
  • FAK: First Aid Kit
  • FAM: Federal Air Marshal
  • FAR: Federal Aviation Regulation
  • FFDO: Federal Flight Deck Officer
  • FFOD: First Flight of the Day
  • FWD: Forward
  • FWD FA: Forward Flight Attendant
  • GSC: Ground Security Coordinator
  • GSD: Galley Service Door
  • ICE: Immigration Custom Enforcement
  • INOP: Inoperative
  • IOE: Initial Operating Experience
  • IOR: Irregular Operations Report
  • LEO: Law Enforcement Officer

Summary of Terminology

  • Each of these acronyms plays an important role in the aviation industry, particularly for flight attendants, pilots, and airline operations. Understanding these terms helps ensure compliance with federal regulations and enhances the safety, efficiency, and overall performance of flight operations.

  • Various terms relate specifically to safety and emergency procedures, such as AED (Automated External Defibrillator), EMK (Emergency Medical Kit), and FAK (First Aid Kit), which are crucial for handling in-flight medical emergencies.

  • Regulatory bodies and safety protocols are represented by acronyms such as FAA (Federal Aviation Administration), FAR (Federal Aviation Regulation), and DOT (Department of Transportation), guiding operational practices and ensuring legal compliance.

  • Communication roles and coordination are emphasized with terms like CRM (Crew Resource Management) and GSC (Ground Security Coordinator), critical for maintaining operational integrity and security during flights.