In Flight Entertainment
In Flight Entertainment
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Exercise 1
Vocabulary
in-flight entertainment
Noun
ɪn flaɪt ˌentərˈteɪnmənt
types of entertainment available to passengers during a flight
Do you have in-flight entertainment? // Certainly.
touchscreen
Noun
ˈtʌtʃskriːn
a type of computer screen that also serves as an input device
You can operate it with the touchscreen.
headset
Noun
ˈhɛdˌsɛt
a pair of earphones, often with a microphone attached
There is a headset placed on the left side of your seat.
moving map display
Noun
ˈmuːvɪŋ mæp dɪˈspleɪ
a kind of a navigation system that displays the current position of an aircraft at the center of a map
This button is to see the moving map display.
altitude
Noun
ˈæltɪˌtuːd
the height of an object or place above the surface of the sea or ground
Planes fly at an altitude of around 20,000 feet.
outside air temperature
Noun
ˈaʊtsaɪd er ˈtempərəʧər
the temperature of air around an airplane; also known as static air temperature
The outside air temperature is around -50 degrees Celsius.
ground speed
Noun
graʊnd spiːd
the speed of an airplane relative to the ground
For example, it tells altitude, outside air temperature, ground speed and estimated arrival time aside from the present position.
estimated arrival time
Noun
ˈestəˌmeɪtɪd əˈraɪvəl taɪm
the time at which the airplane is expected to land
The estimated arrival time for this flight is 6 p.m.
Exercise 2
Useful Expressions
Do you have in-flight entertainment?
Could you tell me how to operate it?
adjust the angle of...
You're all set!
Exercise 3
Dialogue Practice
Read the dialogue aloud with your teacher.
Matt calls a flight attendant to inquire about in-flight entertainment.
Matt
Do you have in-flight entertainment?
Flight Attendant
Certainly. We have a wide range of movies, music, and games.
Matt
That’s good to know. Could you tell me how to operate it?
Flight Attendant
Of course. You may adjust the angle of the screen on the seatback in front of you. Then, when you turn the screen on, you can choose the content that you want. It is a touchscreen, so it is easy to use. Here you can choose whether you want to watch movies, TV shows, listen to music or play games.
Matt
Oh, I see. And, how can I listen to some music?
Flight Attendant
There is a headset placed on the left side of your seat. You just plug it in, select the station on the screen and you're all set.
Matt
Great.
Flight Attendant
Please press the button right there if you need some assistance.
Matt
Thank you very much.
Flight Attendant
You’re welcome, sir. Enjoy the flight!
Exercise 4
Fill in the Blanks
Fill in the blanks to complete the dialogue.
Anne wants to ask a flight attendant about in-flight entertainment.
Anne
Excuse me, do you offer (1) entertainment?
Flight Attendant
Yes, madam. We have a wide selection of movies and music. You can also (2) some television shows.
Anne
A TV show sounds nice. Where can I find the list of (3) TV shows?
Flight Attendant
Available TV shows are (4) in this magazine. You can (5) a show by inputting its number with this device.
Anne
I see. What is this button for?
Flight Attendant
That button is to see the moving map display. You can use it to (6) real-time flight information. There, you can see the altitude, outside air temperature, ground speed and our estimated arrival time.
Anne
I (7). Thank you for your guidance.
Flight Attendant
No problem. I’m glad I could (8).
Choose answers from the options below that fit in blanks 1 to 8
Answer Pool (Questions 1-8)
help
understand
watch/enjoy
check
listed
available
watch
in-flight
Exercise 5
Role Play
Role-play the following situation with your teacher.
Situation
Ask the flight attendant about the in-flight entertainment and how to operate it. Also, ask if you can find any flight information on the display. Your teacher will act as the flight attendant.
Exercise 6
Discussion
Have you ever been on an international flight? How long was it?
How do you usually spend time during a long flight?
What kind of in-flight entertainment do you think will gain popularity in the future? Why do you think so?
In your opinion, what is the worst thing about long flights?
What do you think airlines should introduce to make long flights more bearable for passengers?
