Learning path
Airport Operations
Ground operations from security screening to baggage handling.
Guides in this path
Follow the guides in order for the clearest introduction to airport operations.
Master airport operations from runways to taxiways. Learn air traffic control, ground procedures, and safety protocols every pilot needs to know.
Learn the difference between ICAO and IATA airport codes. Understand 3-letter vs 4-letter codes, why airports have two codes, and when to use each system.
Learn how the baggage handling process works from check-in to claim. Discover conveyor systems, baggage tracking, and why bags get delayed at airports.
Learn how airport security screening works, from TSA checkpoints to baggage scanning. Understand the rules, technology, and procedures that keep flights safe.
Ready to begin?
4 guides, 39 min total. Work through the sequence at your own pace.