How to Create a PNR in Galileo: Step-by-Step Guide
Creating a Passenger Name Record (PNR) in Galileo follows a logical sequence of commands to book flights, enter passenger details, and finalize the reservation.
Below is an example showing how to create a complete PNR for a journey from Cairo (CAI) to Sharjah (SHJ) on EgyptAir (MS).
N., P., R.). Unlike Amadeus, the commands are shorter and the sequence is more compact โ but the order matters just as much.
Step 1: Search for Flight Availability
This command displays available flights from Cairo (CAI) to Sharjah (SHJ) on 24 September using EgyptAir (MS) as the preferred airline.
Command Breakdown
| Part | Meaning |
|---|---|
| A | Availability โ display flights |
| 24SEP | Travel date |
| CAI | Origin (Cairo) |
| SHJ | Destination (Sharjah) |
| *MS | Preferred airline โ EgyptAir |
Step 2: Sell Seats
This entry sells two seats in Y class (Economy) on line number 1 from the availability list.
Command Breakdown
| Part | Meaning |
|---|---|
| N | Sell Segment (Name/Sell command in Galileo) |
| 2 | Number of passengers (2) |
| Y | Booking class (Economy) |
| 1 | Line number from the availability display |
Step 3: Add Passenger Names
When entering passenger names in Galileo, always use the format LASTNAME/FIRSTNAME with no spaces before or after the slash.
Adult Passenger
Adds an adult passenger named MAHMOUD HAMED.
Infant Passenger
Adds an infant passenger named ESRAA HAMED. The I/ prefix identifies the infant, and the date after the asterisk (16MAY25) is the infant’s date of birth.
Child Passenger
Adds a child passenger named MAHMOUD HAMED with age 8 years. The P-C08 field tells the system the passenger type is a child with age 08.
HAMED/MAHMOUD is correct. Titles (MR, MRS, MISS) go after the first name. Infant prefixes use I/ and child ages use *P-CXX format.
Step 4: Add Contact Information
Adds the agency phone number and email address to the booking for communication and ticket delivery.
Command Breakdown
| Part | Meaning |
|---|---|
| P.T | Phone contact element in Galileo |
| * | Separator โ followed by the actual contact details |
| 000000000 | Agency phone number |
| email@gmail.com | Agency email address |
Step 5: Add Ticketing Instruction
Indicates that tickets have been issued. No queue placement is required, meaning the booking is confirmed and ticketed.
What T.T* Does
- Confirms the tickets are issued โ no ticketing reminder will be sent
- Prevents the PNR from being queued in the ticketing queue
- Removes the ticketing time limit from the PNR
T.T followed by a date (e.g., T.T15NOV) to set a ticketing deadline. Use T.T* only when the ticket is already issued.
Step 6: End and Save the Booking
Record the Source
R.PAX means “Received From Passenger” โ it records that the booking information came directly from the passenger.
End and Save
ER ends and saves the PNR in Galileo. The system will display the record locator and the complete booking.
ER (End and Retrieve) rather than ET (End Transaction) when creating a new PNR, so that you can immediately verify the booking and record the locator.
Quick Reference Table
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| Step | Command | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | A24SEPCAISHJ*MS | Search flight availability with preferred airline |
| 2 | N2Y1 | Sell 2 seats in Y class from line 1 |
| 3 | N.HAMED/MAHMOUD MR | Add adult passenger |
| 3 | N.I/HAMED/ESRAA MISS*16MAY25 | Add infant passenger with date of birth |
| 3 | N.HAMED/MAHMOUD*P-C08 | Add child passenger with age |
| 4 | P.T* 000000000 email@gmail.com | Add agency phone and email |
| 5 | T.T* | Confirm tickets issued, no queue |
| 6 | R.PAX | Record source of booking |
| 6 | ER | End and save the PNR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the A command in Galileo?
A24SEPCAISHJ*MS displays flights from Cairo (CAI) to Sharjah (SHJ) on 24 September using EgyptAir (*MS) as the preferred airline.What does N2Y1 mean in Galileo?
N2Y1 is the Galileo command used to sell seats. It sells two seats in Y class (Economy) on line number 1 from the availability display. N is the sell command, 2 is the number of passengers, Y is the booking class, and 1 is the line number from the availability list.How do I add a passenger name in Galileo?
N. format with LASTNAME/FIRSTNAME and no spaces before or after the slash. For an adult: N.HAMED/MAHMOUD MR. For an infant: N.I/HAMED/ESRAA MISS*16MAY25. For a child: N.HAMED/MAHMOUD*P-C08 (where C08 indicates age 8).How do I add contact information in Galileo?
P.T* followed by the agency phone number and email address. For example: P.T* 000000000 email@gmail.com. This adds the agency contact details to the PNR for communication and ticket delivery, and is required by most airlines and IATA Resolution 830d.What does T.T* mean in Galileo?
T.T* is the Galileo ticketing instruction that tells the system the tickets have been issued and no queue placement is required. It confirms the booking is ticketed and prevents the PNR from being queued for follow-up action.What is the difference between R.PAX and ER in Galileo?
R.PAX records the source of the booking โ in this case, Received From Passenger. ER (End and Retrieve) saves the PNR and redisplays it with the record locator. R.PAX must be entered before ER to ensure the PNR saves correctly.How do I add an infant in Galileo?
N.I/LASTNAME/FIRSTNAME TITLE*DATE-OF-BIRTH. For example: N.I/HAMED/ESRAA MISS*16MAY25. The I/ prefix identifies the passenger as an infant, and the date after the asterisk is the date of birth.How do I add a child in Galileo?
N.LASTNAME/FIRSTNAME*P-CXX where CXX indicates the child’s age. For example: N.HAMED/MAHMOUD*P-C08 adds a child passenger named MAHMOUD HAMED who is 8 years old. The P-C08 field tells the system the passenger type is a child with age 08.๐ Related Guides
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