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joint fare


an arrangement between carriers to charge special rates when a passenger uses their respective airlines. The fares are negotiated by the airlines involved and the price is nearer to what the traveller [..]
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baggage allowance


the weight of the luggage the airline allows the traveller to check-in. Economy ticket holders are usually allowed 20kg whilst business and first class passengers able to take between 30-40kg dependin [..]
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passenger coupon


the final portion of a ticket which acts as a receipt for the passenger’s own records.
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abta


the Association of British Travel Agents
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apex


Advance Purchase Excursion (fare). These are usually the cheapest tickets the passenger can get though they are restricted in number.
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airport code


the three digit code which is unique to a specific airport. eg. LHR for Heathrow
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baa


British Airports Authority
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back-to-back ticketing


when the passenger combines two return trips with opposite start and destination points but uses only a single segment from each to achieve a lower overall fare.
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base fare/rate


the basic price of ticket before taxes and other surcharges are added (these are usually a substantial amount particularly on longer flights).
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blackout periods


specific days or periods of time when special rates are not available due to high demand for flights.
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