Glossary

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ULD: See Aircraft unit load devices.

UN: United Nations.

UN number: Four-digit number assigned to dangerous substances by the UN. Assists safe handling of such items. See also Dangerous goods.

Unit load: A number of items of cargo in a single box or container or loaded on a pallet.

Unit load device: See Aircraft unit load device.

Useable fuel: Total mass of fuel consumable in flight; usually some 95% - 98% of total capacity.

Useful load: Payload plus useable fuel.

Utility tug: A vehicle used for towing baggage carts or trailers between cargo terminals and the aircraft.

 

 

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