Galileo GDS Training
Acon Skill Academy provides an in-depth, career-focused Galileo GDS Training Program to help students, job seekers, and professionals gain practical expertise in one of the world’s leading Global Distribution Systems (GDS). Galileo is widely used by travel agencies and airlines for flight reservations, ticketing, and travel services management.
Whether you’re new to the travel industry or looking to upgrade your technical skills, our job-oriented training ensures you’re fully equipped for roles in airlines, tour operators, and travel service companies.
Course Objectives
By completing the Galileo Training at Acon Skill Academy, learners will:
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Gain a strong understanding of Galileo’s GDS platform
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Learn to create, manage, and modify flight bookings (PNRs)
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Issue, void, and reissue tickets using standard formats
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Understand fare rules, pricing, and seat allocation
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Perform hotel and car bookings
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Navigate real-time booking systems efficiently
Module 1: Introduction to GDS & Galileo
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What is GDS and how does Galileo work?
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Galileo’s role in the travel industry
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Interface and navigation basics
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Keyboard functions and formats
Module 2: Availability & Flight Booking
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Searching for flight availability
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Displaying direct and connecting flights
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Schedule display and timetable formats
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Booking flights using command entries
Module 3: Passenger Name Record (PNR)
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Creating a new PNR (step-by-step)
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Modifying and updating PNR details
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Adding OSI/SSR (e.g., special meals, wheelchair)
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Retrieving, saving, and canceling bookings
Module 4: Fare Display & Pricing
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Fare quotation (automatic and manual)
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Fare construction and validation
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Taxes, surcharges, and total fare breakdown
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Understanding fare basis and ticketing time limits
Module 5: Electronic Ticketing
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Issuing e-tickets
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Voiding, reissuing, and refund procedures
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E-ticket display and status check
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Tour codes and form of payment handling
Module 6: Seat and Service Management
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Seat maps and pre-seat assignment
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Adding baggage requests and service details
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Frequent flyer program and meal preferences
Module 7: Hotel and Car Booking Modules
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Searching hotel/car availability
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Booking and modifying hotels/cars
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Cancellation and refund processes
Module 8: Queue Management
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Understanding the use of queues
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Queue placement and retrieval
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Monitoring booking status
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Handling reminders and confirmations
Module 9: Practical Assessment & Certification
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Real-time booking simulations
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Final evaluation with feedback
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Certificate of Completion from Acon Skill Academy
