2.1 Study the World Time Zone map below, read the information and answer the questions that follow - NSC Tourism - Question 2 - 2018 - Paper 1
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2.1 Study the World Time Zone map below, read the information and answer the questions that follow.
Refer to Mr David Smith's electronic boarding pass on his cellph... show full transcript
Worked Solution & Example Answer:2.1 Study the World Time Zone map below, read the information and answer the questions that follow - NSC Tourism - Question 2 - 2018 - Paper 1
Step 1
Refer to Mr David Smith's electronic boarding pass on his cellphone and identify the following:
(a) The flight number
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The flight number is AF0995.
Step 2
(b) Mr Smith's seat number
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Mr Smith's seat number is 2D.
Step 3
(c) The airport code for Charles De Gaulle International Airport in Paris
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The airport code is CDG.
Step 4
With reference to Mr Smith's boarding pass, give ONE reason why he had to board at the front door of the aircraft.
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Mr Smith boarded at the front door because he was seated in the business class, which is located at the front of the aircraft.
Step 5
Explain TWO advantages for airlines using electronic boarding passes.
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Electronic boarding passes reduce paper usage, aligning with sustainable practices and cutting costs for the airline.
They streamline the check-in process, allowing passengers to board more quickly and efficiently.
Step 6
Discuss the following:
(a) ONE advantage of using electronic boarding passes for tourists
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One advantage is the convenience and accessibility, as tourists can easily access their boarding passes on their mobile devices without needing to print them.
Step 7
2.2.1 Refer to the route indicated on the map, give ONE reason to support this statement.
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The reason is that there are no direct flights from Johannesburg to Havana, which necessitates a stopover in Paris.
Step 8
2.2.2 Calculate what time it was in Paris when Mr Smith departed from OR Tambo International Airport at 19:00.
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The time in Paris when Mr Smith departed was 18:00 due to the 1-hour difference (DST). Therefore, in Paris, it was 19:00.
Step 9
2.2.3 Calculate how many hours Mr Smith was in transit at the Charles De Gaulle International airport.
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Mr Smith was in transit for 10 hours at Charles De Gaulle International Airport, departing at 16:00 and arriving at 06:00.
Step 10
2.2.4 Calculate the flying time of Mr Smith's flight from Paris to Havana.
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The flying time from Paris to Havana was 11 hours, calculated based on the six-hour time difference and flight timings.
