7th most read article of 2025: Top 7 common aviation abbreviations to know

Toma Matutyte, CEO of aviation IT company Locatory, offers this short list.

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Aviation is an industry that has its own specific language. With hundreds upon hundreds of abbreviations – and even more, depending on the region – anyone can get a little lost when either researching aviation-specific topics or simply are taking their first career steps in the industry.

The CEO of an aircraft parts locator in the aviation aftermarket shares seven of the most common aviation abbreviations essential to know for an avid aviation fan and a new professional alike.