der Luftverkehr
Translation
air traffic, aviation, air transport
Examples
Der Luftverkehr hat in den letzten Jahren stark zugenommen.
Air traffic has increased significantly in recent years.
Ein Streik kann den gesamten Luftverkehr lahmlegen.
A strike can paralyze the entire air traffic system.
Grammar Patterns
((the air traffic)) air traffic International air traffic is constantly growing.
Similar Words
Flugverkehr (air traffic), Luftfahrt (aviation)
Etymology
Composed of 'Luft' (air) and 'Verkehr' (traffic, transport). Literally 'air traffic'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'Verkehr' (traffic) on the roads, but happening in the 'Luft' (air). It's the system of planes flying.