In this episode, Tom and Trevor discuss common airline jargon and terms. Be sure to tune in to the video, as we’ve tried out some new features of our recording tools!
Key Points From This Episode:
00:00 Why airline jargon matters to everyday travelers
01:56 PNRs, ticket numbers, and operating carriers
05:04 Fare buckets, upgrades, and earning miles
10:59 Codeshares, interline baggage, and separate tickets
15:23 MCT, legal connections, and direct versus nonstop
19:22 Married segments and hidden-city ticketing
23:08 Outstations, nested itineraries, and open jaws
27:39 Fifth freedoms and unusual flight opportunities
32:05 Flat-tire rules, irregular operations, and trip in vain
37:30 EU261 protections and denied boarding offers
45:05 Positioning flights, fuel surcharges, and final advice
Keywords
Travel, travel hacking, airline travel jargon, PNR, fare classes, codeshare, minimum connection time, hidden city ticketing, EU261, award travel
