Land

How it is used

Unlike take off, land works for both the plane and the people: "We landed at nine." The noun is landing. Before landing the pilot announces "We've started our descent", and after it the crew say "Welcome to Rome".

Example sentences

1. Text me when you land.

2. We are expected to land in Athens at 14:20 local time.

Common collocations

• land safely
• land on time
• smooth landing
• after landing
• prepare for landing

Related terms

• take offOf a plane: to leave the ground and start flying at the beginning of a flight.
• arrivalsThe part of an airport or station where passengers come out after their journey and where people wait to meet them.
• ETAShort for estimated time of arrival: the time a plane, train, taxi or person is expected to arrive.
• seat beltA strap fixed to a seat that you fasten across your body to keep you safe in a plane, car or bus.

More terms: Boarding & On the Plane

• gate
• board
• aisle seat
• flight attendant
• overhead bin
• boarding time
• final call
• priority boarding
• turbulence
• jet lag