In-Flight Entertainment

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Intermediate

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 headphones, 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.

For example, it tells altitude, outside air temperature, ground speed and estimated arrival time aside from the present position.

Athletes often train at high altitudes before important competitions.

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 tutor.

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)

in-flight
check
watch
understand
listed
available
watch/enjoy
help

Exercise 5

Role Play

Role-play the following situation with your tutor.

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?