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What is duty-free?

duty-free Tax-exempt goods available for purchase on board, relevant for passenger services during flight.

Source: ICAO Doc 9432, FAA PCG

How is “duty-free” Used in Practice?

Tower, Speedbird 123, duty-free shop open for passengers during cruise.

Certification Exam Relevance

ICAO Level 4ICAO Level 5ICAO Level 6EASA FCL.055

Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Pilots
  • Air Traffic Controllers
  • Cabin Crew

Related Aviation English Terms

inflight servicePassenger announcementPassenger manifestIn-flight entertainment system

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What is duty-free?

Tax-exempt goods available for purchase on board, relevant for passenger services during flight.

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