The arrival time



Example: Arrival time indicates scheduled or actual landing moment

Definition


"The arrival time" refers to the scheduled or actual moment when an aircraft lands at its destination airport. It is a crucial piece of information in air travel and aviation, helping passengers and airport staff coordinate activities and manage logistics effectively.

Etymology


The phrase "the arrival time" combines the noun "arrival," from the Old French 'arivail,' meaning 'a coming to shore or landing,' and the noun "time," from Old English 'tīma,' meaning 'a limited period or moment.' Together, they specifically denote the moment an aircraft arrives at its destination.

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"The arrival time" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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