AQ facts for kids

AQ, Aq, aQ, or aq are short codes that can mean different things. They are often used to identify places, websites, or even airlines!

What Does AQ Mean?

The letters "AQ" can stand for several different things, depending on where and how they are used. Let's explore some of the most common meanings.

AQ is a special code for Antarctica. This code comes from a system called ISO 3166. The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) created these codes to give every country and major region a unique two-letter or three-letter code. This helps people around the world easily identify places.
The internet address ending .aq is the top-level domain for Antarctica. Think of it like the ".com" or ".org" part of a website address, but specifically for Antarctica. Websites related to Antarctica often use this ending.

AQ is also a code for the Province of L'Aquila in Italy. A province is like a smaller region or district within a country. It helps organize different areas for government and local services. L'Aquila is a beautiful area in central Italy.

AQ is the IATA code for an airline company called 9 Air. The IATA is an organization that helps airlines work together globally. They give each airline a unique two-letter code, which you often see on flight tickets and airport screens.