Words and expressions

flight  полет, рейс

domestic/international flight  внутренний/международный рейс

jet  реактивный самолет

take off  взлет

landing  посадка

customs  таможня

to go through the customs  проходить таможенный досмотр

to register  регистрировать

to weigh  взвешивать

luggage / baggage (US)  багаж

hand luggage  ручная кладь

excess luggage  лишний вес

to leave for...  уезжать в...

boarding – посадка на борт самолета

Task 4. Answer the questions.

1. When was the British airways company formed?

2. What kind of aircrafts are there in the British fleet?

3. How many classes of service does BA provide?

4. Does BA serve only international flights?

5. What is special about the ‘budget airlines’?

6. Why do passengers have to arrive to the airport some time before departure time?

7. What signs must everybody obey on the board of the plane?

Task 5. Find in the text English equivalents for the following words and expressions.

Посадочный талон; время отправления; посадка на самолет; взвесить багаж; соблюсти формальности; бесплатно; личные вещи; продекларировать; внутренние рейсы; предотвратить контрабанду.

Task 6. Complete each sentence using a correct form of the word in brackets.

1. My family runs a hotel, so I’m thinking of studying (tour) at college.

2. I find travelling backwards on trains really (comfort). So I always sit facing forward.

3. We regret to announce that the (arrive) of the flight SA 121 has been delayed.

4. In these days of mass travel, the (distant) between Europe and America seems to be shorter.

5. It’s interesting to see what (culture) differences exist in different parts of the world.

6. There are a number of reasons for the (grow) in the popularity of Iceland as holiday destination.

Task 7. Practice the following dialogues.

AIRPORT RESERVATIONS

I

Travel agent: Can I help you?

B: I want to fly to London next week. I'd like to make reservations for a roundtrip ticket.

T.A.: What day are you planning to leave for London?

В.: On the 12th of March.

T.A.: There are three flights to London on that day – at 10 a.m., 8.30 p.m., and 9 p.m. Do you have any preferences about the time of the day?

В.: I'd rather leave at 9 p.m. I want to get to London early in the morning.

T.A.: I can make a reservation for a TWA flight. Are you going to travel class or economy?

В.: I prefer economy. How much will it be?

Т.A.: 440 dollars.

В.: Are meals and refreshments served on the flight?

T.A.: Yes, they are.

В.: What's the flying time?

T.A.: Six hours.

В.: What's the London airport we'll arrive at?

Т.А.: Heathrow Airport. How many days are you planning to stay in London?

В.: Seven days.

Т.А.: When would you like to fly home from London?

В.: March 22nd.

Т.А. All right. Your name and address?

В.: Boris Brown, 64-42 99th Street, New York 11374.

T.A.: And your telephone number?

В.: (718) 439-7286.

Т.А.: Will you pay by credit card?

B. : Yes, by Master Card. Number... Valid until January 15, 1003 When can I get my tickets?

Т.А.: You'll have them 2 days before your departure.

II

A

A.: I want to fly to Chicago on Thursday the 1st.

В.: Let me see what's available.

A.: I want to go coach, and I'd prefer a morning flight.

В.: United's Flight 102 leaves at 9.20.

A.: That's fine. What time do I have to be at the airport?

В.: Check-In time is 8.45.

B

A.: I'd like to make a reservation to Los Angeles for next Monday.

В.: Just a second and I'll check the schedule.

A.: I'll need an economy ticket with an open return.

В.: TWA has a flight to leaving at 9:25.

A.: I guess that's OK. What time should I check in?

В.: You have to be there half an hour before departure time.

A.: What flights do you have from New York to London tomorrow?

В.: One moment, please, and I'll find out what's available.

A.: I'd like to travel first class.

В.: OK, we have a nonstop flight leaving Kennedy at 9:25.

A.: When should I get to the airport?

В.: Please be there by 8.45 at the latest.