Aviation Glossary
10A comprehensive glossary of aviation terms, acronyms, and technical jargon explained in plain language.
Aerial Refueling
The process of transferring aviation fuel from one aircraft to another while both are in flight.
Cargo & MilitaryBelly Cargo
Freight carried in the lower hold of a passenger aircraft, below the cabin floor.
Cargo & MilitaryCargo Door
Large reinforced door on a freighter or military transport aircraft for loading outsized or main-deck cargo.
Cargo & MilitaryCombi Aircraft
Aircraft configured to carry both passengers and freight on the main cabin deck simultaneously.
Cargo & MilitaryConverted Freighter (P2F)
A former passenger aircraft that has been structurally modified to serve as a dedicated cargo freighter.
Cargo & MilitaryFreighter
Aircraft designed or converted exclusively for cargo transport, without passenger seating.
Cargo & MilitaryMilitary Transport
Large aircraft designed to airlift troops, equipment, and supplies for military operations worldwide.
Cargo & MilitaryOversize Cargo
Freight whose dimensions or weight exceed the capacity of standard air cargo containers and requires special handling.
Cargo & MilitaryTanker Aircraft
Military aircraft specially equipped to transfer fuel to other aircraft during flight.
Cargo & MilitaryUnit Load Device (ULD)
Standardized containers and pallets used to consolidate air cargo for efficient loading and transport.
Cargo & Military