Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
commercial-airline
noun
/kəˈmɜːrʃəl ˈɛrlaɪn/
Definition
A commercial airline is a company that offers air transportation services to the public for a fee.
Examples
- The commercial airline industry has seen a significant growth in recent years.
- She booked a flight with a major commercial airline for her trip.
- Many commercial airlines provide in-flight entertainment and meals.
Meaning
The term refers to airlines that operate scheduled flights and transport passengers and cargo for profit, contrasting with charter airlines and private flights.
Synonyms
- carrier
- airline
- scheduled airline
