general boarding
[/ˈdʒɛnərəl ˈbɔrdɪŋ/]
noun
embarque geral
1. The process of allowing all passengers to board a vehicle (airplane, ship, bus, train) without priority or assigned groups, typically after all priority boarding groups have completed boarding
After first class and frequent flyer members boarded, the airline announced general boarding for economy passengers.
Após os passageiros de primeira classe e membros do programa de milhagem embarcarem, a companhia aérea anunciou o embarque geral para os passageiros da classe econômica.
2. A boarding procedure where passengers board in a single queue or group without designated zones or numbered groups
General boarding began at gate 5, and passengers lined up to scan their boarding passes.
O embarque geral começou no portão 5, e os passageiros formaram fila para escanear seus cartões de embarque.
General boarding is a standard practice in modern air travel, particularly relevant in Brazil where domestic flights handle large volumes of passengers daily. The term is frequently announced in Portuguese at Brazilian airports, and passengers are typically familiar with this stage of the boarding process as it follows priority boarding groups (frequently flyer members, business class, families with children, and individuals needing assistance).
Related Idioms & Phrases
All aboard - general boarding announcement
Now boarding - standard phrase used during general boarding
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