CTC CTC Technology & GDS Systems

Question 1

What does GDS stand for in the travel industry?

Accepted Answer

Global Distribution System

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General Destination Service

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Geographic Data System

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Global Destination Schedule

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT one of the major GDS platforms used by travel agencies?

Accepted Answer

Oracle Hospitality

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Sabre

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Amadeus

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Galileo (Travelport)

Question 3

In a GDS, a 'PNR' refers to:

Accepted Answer

Passenger Name Record

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Preferred Network Rate

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Processed Navigation Route

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Priority Notice Record

Question 4

Which GDS function allows a travel agent to check real-time seat availability and fares on a specific flight?

Accepted Answer

Availability display

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Queue management

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Profile manager

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Ticketing authority

Question 5

What is the purpose of a 'queue' in a GDS system?

Accepted Answer

To organize and manage pending tasks or messages between agents and suppliers

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To hold a fare before ticketing

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To display available upgrade options

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To store client credit card details

Question 6

A 'CRS' (Central Reservation System) differs from a GDS primarily because a CRS:

Accepted Answer

Is operated by a single supplier to manage its own inventory

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Is used only by travel agencies

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Covers all travel segments globally

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