Phrases & Expressions

To restore airflow over an aircraft wing after it has stalled.

• Unstall the wing by lowering the nose.
• The pilot lowered the nose to unstall the wing quickly.

To stop giving medical treatment to a patient who cannot recover, especially life support.

• The family decided to withdraw care.
• Doctors may withdraw care when there is no hope of recovery.

To decide to stop an aircraft's takeoff before it leaves the ground.

• The pilot must abort takeoff if there is a problem.
• They had to abort takeoff due to engine failure.

To disengage the automatic landing system and take manual control.

• The pilot decided to disconnect autoland.
• The captain will disconnect autoland if the weather suddenly improves.

The airspace between the ETOPS entry point (EEP) and exit point (EXP) where specific regulations apply.

• The aircraft entered the ETOPS area over the ocean.
• ETOPS area navigation requires careful planning.

For the captain to sign the dispatcher's flight release and accept responsibility for the flight.

• Once both pilots had reviewed the package, the captain signed the release.
• A captain who is not satisfied with the package will not sign the release until changes are agreed.

A training course for a pilot moving from first officer to captain.

• She is currently attending an upgrade course to become a captain.
• The upgrade course covers advanced leadership and decision-making skills.

A restaurant table set or reserved for two people.

• He booked a table for two at his favorite restaurant.
• We'd like a table for two, please.

To pick up or respond to a ringing telephone.

• She rushed to answer the phone before it stopped ringing.
• He didn't answer the phone during the meeting.

To request the check at a restaurant when you are ready to pay.

• He asked for the bill at the end of the meal.
• Could you ask for the bill, please?