English Essentials A1_ Airport part 1

English Essentials

Lesson Topic: Airport Part 1: Arriving and checking-in CEFR Level: A1

In this lesson:

• Arrivals
• Check-In Counter
• Security Screening
• Departures
• Boarding the Flight

Arriving at the AirportImagine yourself going a business trip. Complete the sentences

Destinations: New York, Tokyo, London, Berlin, Sydney Rome, Athens, Barcelona, South America, The Middle East, Asia,

Reason for trip: Business, meeting, attending conference Visiting family / friends, holiday, sightseeing

Useful language

I am going to [destination] because [reason]. I'm attending a [type of business/meeting] in [destination].

At the Check-In CounterAsk these questions and listen to your teacher's answers. Then swap roles

Good morning, I'm flying to New York.

• Could I have an aisle seat, please?

• I'd like to add a vegetarian meal onboard. Is that possible?

• Is there a lounge available for business class passengers?

Could I see your passport and ticket, please?

• Can you confirm the boarding time and gate for my flight?

Check-in problemsFind a solution to each of these problems

Sorting Items for Security ScreeningPlace liquids, electronic devices, and metal objects in the tray and go through the scanner. Decide which objects go in the tray and which stay in the hand luggage

In the tray

Hand luggage

Sorting Items for Security ScreeningPlace liquids, electronic devices, and metal objects in the tray and go through the scanner. Decide which objects go in the tray and which stay in the hand luggage

• Belts Keys
• Spare coins
• Watches
• Shoes
• Food items
• Medications
• Lighters or e-cigarettes
• Umbrella
• Books or magazines
• Cameras

Personal Possessions

• Laptop
• Phone
• Jacket
• Liquids (under 100ml)
• Jumper
• Sunglasses
• Headphones
• Wallet
• Passport
• Hat

Responding to Airport AnnouncementsRead the announcements and choose the appropriate action

Final call for Flight BA 412 to Amsterdam at Gate 17.

a) Proceed to Gate 17 immediately. b) Continue waiting in the lounge.

Security check completed. All clear.

a) Stay in security area. b) Check-in c) Head to the departure lounge.

Flight BA 412 to Amsterdam is now boarding at Gate 17.

a) Check the flight information screen. b) Make his way to Gate 17.

Gate change for Flight BA 412 to Amsterdam. New gate is 21.

a) Stay at Gate 17. b) Move to Gate 21. c) Change the gate.

Delayed boarding for Flight BA 412 to Amsterdam. Please wait for further information.

a) Board the plane. b) Wait for the next announcement. c) Go to gate 17

Asking for directions in the airportMatch the questions with the correct answers.

Boarding the flight with hand luggage.Which items do you take on board with you?

Laptop Earphones Money Credit card Passport Travel pillow Snacks Water bottle E-reader Phone charger

Medications Hand sanitizer Glasses/contact lenses Jacket/sweater Camera Toys (for children) Book/magazine Travel documents Keys Gum/mints

Useful language

I always / sometimes / rarely / never take ... on board because ...

Reflecting on Airport ScenariosWork through these scenarios based on what you've learned in the lesson.

Three things I need to place on the tray when I go through the security scanner. 1. 2. 3.

My bag is overweight. What are my options? I could …

I hear a final boarding call for my flight. What should I do? I should ..

What things do I need on board the flight? I need ...