What term describes a person who wants space on a flight listed as full?

• A. Standby
• B. Nonrevenue passenger
• C. Waitlisted passenger
• D. Upgrade candidate

Answer: (A)

When a flight is full, the traveler who does not yet have a confirmed seat is described as being on standby. This means they’re not guaranteed a seat but can be accommodated if a seat becomes available due to cancellations or no-shows. Standby captures the idea of seeking space on a fully booked flight.

The other terms describe different situations: a nonrevenue passenger travels on space-available basis, usually for airline employees or affiliates; a waitlisted passenger is on a list to receive a seat if one opens but isn’t yet confirmed; an upgrade candidate is someone considered for moving to a higher cabin, which isn’t about filling a full flight.