Wednesday, May 4, 2011

LANGUAGE TRIVIA ... “PDX” AND “ORD”

 

  • The abbreviation "PDX" (Portland International Airport) is derived from "P" standing for Portland and "DX" meaning long distance or wide reaching.
  • The abbreviation "ORD" for Chicago's O'Hare airport comes from the old name "Orchard Field."

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