planeside
/ˈpleɪnˌsaɪd/
adverb
- At or beside an airplane, especially when boarding, unloading, or servicing it.
- The mechanic worked planeside to fix the engine before takeoff.
- They served refreshments planeside as the passengers boarded.
- The passengers waited planeside for the luggage to be unloaded.
adjective
- Located or happening next to an airplane.
- The airline offers planeside check-in for passengers with heavy bags.
- The crew performed a planeside inspection before the flight.
- A planeside cart delivered the food directly to the aircraft.