Inflight: meaning, definitions and examples

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inflight

 

[ ˈɪnˌflaɪt ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

during flight

The term 'inflight' refers to anything that occurs or is available during the time an aircraft is in the air. This can include services such as meals, entertainment, and information provided to passengers while they are traveling. Inflight services are a critical part of the overall flying experience, enhancing comfort and providing various amenities. Airlines often focus on improving inflight offerings to distinguish themselves from competitors and ensure passenger satisfaction.

Synonyms

airborne, in-flight, onboard

Examples of usage

  • The inflight meal was surprisingly good.
  • Many airlines now offer inflight Wi-Fi.
  • The inflight entertainment system had a wide selection of movies.
  • We were able to purchase inflight snacks during the flight.

Translations

Translations of the word "inflight" in other languages:

🇵🇹 em voo

🇮🇳 उड़ान में

🇩🇪 inflight

🇮🇩 dalam penerbangan

🇺🇦 в польоті

🇵🇱 w locie

🇯🇵 機内

🇫🇷 en vol

🇪🇸 en vuelo

🇹🇷 uçuşta

🇰🇷 비행 중

🇸🇦 في الرحلة

🇨🇿 v letu

🇸🇰 v lete

🇨🇳 在飞行中

🇸🇮 med letom

🇮🇸 í flugi

🇰🇿 ұшақта

🇬🇪 მფრინავში

🇦🇿 uçuşda

🇲🇽 en vuelo

Etymology

The term 'inflight' is derived from the combination of 'in' and 'flight', where 'in' indicates being within a certain context and 'flight' pertains to the act of flying. The use of 'inflight' began to gain popularity in the mid-20th century with the rise of commercial aviation. As airlines began to offer more services and amenities to enhance the passenger experience, the term became standard in the aviation industry. Initially focused just on the act of being airborne, the term evolved to encompass a range of services available during a flight, reflecting the changing landscape of air travel with advancements in technology and customer service expectations.