Chapter 8 - Article #1 Flashcards
Who was the first passenger on a powered flight?
A) Wilbur Wright
B) Tony Jannus
C) Charles Furnas
D) Orville Wright
C) Charles Furnas
What was the significance of the airline DELAG, founded in 1909?
A) It operated the first passenger jet.
B) It was the first airline in the world.
C) It pioneered supersonic travel.
D) It introduced budget air travel.
B) It was the first airline in the world.
Which aircraft introduced the first scheduled passenger service in 1914?
A) Wright Flyer
B) Boeing 307
C) Airboat piloted by Tony Jannus
D) Douglas DC-3
C) Airboat piloted by Tony Jannus
What advancement in the 1920s made passenger flights more commonplace?
A) Introduction of jet engines.
B) Development of the multi-engine airplane.
C) Use of pressurized cabins.
D) Establishment of international airports.
B) Development of the multi-engine airplane.
What was a major limitation of early commercial aircraft in the 1920s?
A) Lack of pilots.
B) Frequent refueling due to unpressurized cabins.
C) Inability to carry cargo.
D) No onboard staff for passenger assistance.
B) Frequent refueling due to unpressurized cabins.
Which aircraft revolutionized air travel in 1935 with improved speed and capacity?
A) Boeing 747
B) Concorde
C) Douglas DC-3
D) Airbus A319
C) Douglas DC-3
What major feature did the Boeing 307 introduce?
A) Supersonic speed.
B) Pressurized cabin.
C) Jet engine technology.
D) Self-service seating.
B) Pressurized cabin.
Why was the 1960s considered part of the “Golden Age” of air travel?
A) Introduction of Concorde and increased inflight luxuries.
B) Exclusive use of air travel for royalty.
C) Decline in ticket prices to budget levels.
D) Replacement of commercial flights with airships.
A) Introduction of Concorde and increased inflight luxuries.
What made the Concorde iconic in aviation history?
A) It was the first airplane to fly across the Pacific.
B) It achieved supersonic speeds for commercial travel.
C) It was the first aircraft to use pressurized cabins.
D) It revolutionized budget airline models.
B) It achieved supersonic speeds for commercial travel.
What innovation did Laker Airways introduce in the 1960s?
A) The concept of no-frills budget air travel.
B) First-class lounges for budget passengers.
C) Supersonic travel for everyday travelers.
D) Free meals on all flights.
A) The concept of no-frills budget air travel.
Which airline is currently the largest low-cost carrier in the world?
A) Ryanair
B) Southwest Airlines
C) EasyJet
D) Delta Airlines
B) Southwest Airlines
How did airlines like Ryanair and EasyJet change the face of air travel in the 1980s and 1990s?
A) They introduced supersonic commercial flights.
B) They made international air travel accessible to the masses.
C) They replaced traditional airlines entirely.
D) They merged with major carriers to reduce costs.
B) They made international air travel accessible to the masses.
What was one major change to airport security after 9/11?
A) All flights required military escorts.
B) Passengers without tickets were no longer allowed past security checkpoints.
C) All aircraft cockpits were fitted with cameras.
D) All pilots had to undergo additional training in combat.
B) Passengers without tickets were no longer allowed past security checkpoints.
What impact did the COVID-19 pandemic have on the aviation industry?
A) It halted the development of all new aircraft models.
B) It led to long-term grounding of most commercial fleets.
C) It resulted in permanently higher ticket prices.
D) It reduced air travel demand to 1970s levels.
B) It led to long-term grounding of most commercial fleets.
When did passenger numbers in the U.S. recover to pre-9/11 levels?
A) 2004
B) 2007
C) 2009
D) 2010
A) 2004
