Planeload
(noun)
The maximum number of passengers, cargo, or both that a particular aircraft can carry on one flight.
Origin:
Compound word of 'plane' and 'load'.
Examples:
- The airline announced that they would be increasing the number of planeloads to accommodate more passengers.
- The airport was able to handle a planeload of 200 passengers every hour during peak periods.
- The pilot reported that the planeload was at maximum capacity and that no more passengers would be allowed to board.
- The planeload of cargo was delayed due to a technical issue with the aircraft.
- The airport had to increase their runway length to accommodate larger planeloads for commercial airliners.