cabin

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The term "cabin" has multiple meanings. It can refer to a small, simple dwelling, often temporary, like those used by hikers. It can also describe a small house for recreational or seasonal use, such as a mountain cabin for vacations.12

In the context of aircraft, a cabin is one of the enclosed spaces within the plane. This is where passengers and the flight crew are situated. Civil aircraft, which include private planes, business aircraft, and commercial airliners, are designed for non-military purposes, transporting passengers and freight.123

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Most planes feature an enclosed body (fuselage) to house the crew, passengers, and cargo; the cockpit is the area from which the pilot operates the controls and instruments to fly the plane.
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Most planes feature an enclosed body (fuselage) to house the crew, passengers, and cargo; the cockpit is the area from which the pilot operates the controls and instruments to fly the plane.
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