The complete sequence of ground operations required to get an aircraft ready for its next flight. This includes deplaning passengers, unloading cargo, refueling, catering, cleaning the cabin, and boarding the outbound flight. Airlines measure this time strictly, as an aircraft only generates revenue when it is in the air.
Heard on the job
We need a quick turnaround on gate four because the inbound flight was delayed and the outbound crew is close to timing out.
Also heard as
- turn