Your plane is parked at the gate. The crew is on board and the cabin is being prepped, but boarding hasn’t started yet. Ever wonder what’s taking so long?
Welcome to the world of the turnaround: the behind-the-scenes choreography that happens between flights. From cleaning and restocking to refueling and safety checks, every minute on the ground is packed with tasks that keep planes running on schedule, even if it doesn’t feel that way from your seat.
Peek behind the curtain of air travel and discover the steps that get a plane ready for takeoff. Click on to uncover the secrets!