American Airlines Pre-Training 100% Correct

American Airlines Pre-Training 100% Correct A/C or AC Abbreviation for "aircraft" AAdvantage Program The member loyalty (frequent flyer) program for American Airlines. Pronounced "Advantage" Aft The rear/back portion of airplane Aircraft Left (LHS) The left side of the aircraft when standing in the aisle looking forward towards the flight deck. Aircraft Right (RHS) The right side of the aircraft when standing in the aisle looking forward towards the flight deck. Aisle The walkway through the center of the aircraft. Our aircraft have either one or two aisles. Auxiliary Power Unit The APU provides ground power to the aircraft when the engines are not running. Primarily used at the gate. Bid, Bidding The process of submitting a request. Used for bases, schedules, and training. Indicates a preference and generally processed in seniority order and awarding you the top choice from what is available when your bid is processed. Brief, Briefing To convey information to others. For example, telling passengers in exit rows their responsibilities. Bulkhead A partition/wall used to divide the aircraft cabin and to separate galleys and lavatories from customers. BC Business class Captain In command of the aircraft. Sits in the aircraft left seat. Cabin The aircraft interior, including customer seating area, luggage storage, galleys, and lavatories Coat Closet / Storage Space Used on aircraft diagrams to designate different types of storage compartments. Concierge Key An exclusive program within our AAdvantage Program to recognize our top customers. It is by invitation only. Compliance Check Flight attendant verification that customers are adhering to safety requirements. Deadhead (DHD) A crewmember traveling on company business as a passenger, usually assigned to a passenger seat. Not part of working crew. Departure Dependability Briefing (DDB) Preflight meeting between lead FA and the gate agent to exchange information regarding the flight and to ensure a smooth customer boarding process. Doghouse An enclosed storage area onboard the aircraft that is used to store supplies and emergency equipment Exit Row Seating Seats in which a customer can move directly to an exit without entering an aisle. FA Flight attendant FA Crew Base or Base An operational city within the AA network assigned to FAs as a point of origin and termination for all trips