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General Airport Tips
Plan to get to the airport at least an hour early, or two during holidays and other busy times; this will
reduce the stress of the flight. If all goes well, you will have time to relax, shop for last-minute items, or
have a meal before the flight.
Flight Delays
Find out why your flight is delayed. Call the free call numbers. Find out if other airlines are experiencing
similar delays. If you believe the delay is due to something other than weather or air traffic problems, then
mention your suspicion (怀疑) and ask the airline agent to book you on the next available flight, either on the
same air-line or a competing one. This is called "Rule 240", and all airlines are required to do it. Use the lingo
(行话); ask,"Can you 240 me?" when speaking with an agent. They will know what you mean.
Flight Cancellations (取消)
If your flight is canceled, then make a reservation on the next flight to your destination. Usually, air-line
personnel will try to book everyone on their next flight out. Often they will put you on a competitor's next
flight only if you request it. If on-time arrival is important to you, when you check flights through our
reservation system you can rate your choices based on their on-time arrival records. Be sure to also check the
weather conditions, as they often affect flight schedules.
1. A person goes to the airport ahead of time mainly to _______.
A. buy what he wants in the airport
B. have a good rest in the airplane
C. reduce the pressure of the flight
D. get on the airplane immediately
2. If a person calls "Rule 240", he wants to _______.
A. change for the ticket to the next flight
B. make sure the time for the next plane
C. know if other flights' delays happen
D. ask the reason for the plane delay
3. After a flight cancellation, a passenger can_______.
A. arrive at his destination on time
B. be arranged on a competing flight
C. make sure the weather is quite fine
D. reserve the next flight to your destination
4. The purpose in writing this text is to________.
A. show us how to get on a plane
B. tell us what to do before and after a flight
C. put forward suggestions for a flight
D. teach us actions before an emergency
