What is the basic terminology of aerodrome?

In formal terminology, as defined by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), an aerodrome is a defined area on land or water (including any buildings, installations, and equipment) intended to be used either wholly or in part for the arrival, departure, and surface movement of aircraft.



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It is a small airfield with just basic facilities. The term aerodrome is popular in Britain and Britain ruled countries. An airport is an aerodrome with extended facilities. The facilities include those for the passengers and the aircraft in terms of parking, maintenance, repair, hangar etc.

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THE AIRPORT AND ITS COMPONENTS
It is customary to classify the several components of an airport in three major catego- ries: airside facilities; landside facilities; and the terminal building, which serves as the interchange between the two' (see fig.

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What is a Gate at an Airport? It is the area where passengers board to the aircraft. Gates generally have seats, a gate to enter the runway, jet bridge (for passengers to get into the aircraft) and the boarding desk. There are also signs and essential requirements in case of an emergency located within the gates.

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Both IATA and ICAO are international organizations that oversee civil aviation operations. However, the IATA generally supports the airline industry, while the ICAO provides global standards for air transport operations. Furthermore, the IATA uses a different list of airport codes that passengers can easily relate to.

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Women pilots were also formerly called aviatrices (singular aviatrix). Women have been flying powered aircraft since 1908; prior to 1970, however, most were restricted to working privately or in support roles in the aviation industry. Aviation also allowed women to travel alone on unprecedented journeys.

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