Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
airside
Adjective
/ˈɛərsaɪd/
Definition
The area of an airport that is beyond security checks, where passengers can access aircraft and related services.
Examples
- Passengers must have their boarding passes checked before entering the airside area.
- The airside facilities include lounges and duty-free shops.
- Only ticketed travelers can access the airside of the airport.
Meaning
Airside refers to the section of an airport used for the boarding and deplaning of passengers, as well as the operations of airplanes and ground services.
Synonyms
- Terminal area
- Runway zone
- Flight zone
