Moving walkway

How it is used

Also called a travelator or moving sidewalk; follow local signs about standing and walking.

Example sentences

1. The moving walkway carried us along the long corridor towards the transfer gates.

   The equipment reduces walking effort over a long horizontal route.

2. The moving walkway was closed, so the signs directed passengers along the adjacent path.

   A walkway can be a separate transport aid within a larger corridor.

Common collocations

• step onto a moving walkway
• moving walkway out of service

Related terms

• terminalA large building at an airport, or at a bus, train or ferry station, where passengers check in, wait, depart and arrive.
• information deskA counter at an airport, station or large building where staff answer questions and help visitors find their way.

More terms: At the Airport

• departures
• arrivals
• departure lounge
• duty-free
• departures board
• currency exchange
• lost and found
• landside
• satellite terminal
• pet relief area
• meet and assist
• observation deck