Why do they call it the ramp?

It's a common unofficial term that is very much in use at airports throughout the U.S. and Canada. However, it's not the official designation. The use of ramp has its roots in airports that serve both seaplanes and traditional airplanes as a literal ramp from the water to the airfield.



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