The expect further clearance time is the point at which a crew expects to be set free from a holding pattern or exempted from a ground stop.

A deadheading pilot or flight attendant is one who is repositioning as part of an on-duty assignment. Essentially, they’re flying as passengers while on duty.

An aeroplane is on final approach when it has reached the last, straight-in segment of the landing pattern – that is, aligned with the extended centre-line of the runway, requiring no additional turns or manoeuvring.

Colloquial for a transient jolt of turbulence.

The cockpit.

A racetrack-shaped course flown during bad weather or traffic delays.

Phrase used in radio transmissions to identify an aircraft, before proceeding to actual instructions. For example “Qantas 005”.

Estimated Time of Arrival.

Estimated Time of Departure.

Flight Attendant.