RABA

Raba may refer to several things. In the context of transportation, RABA is an acronym for the Regional Airport Authority of Baltimore and Washington, which operated Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) from 1972 until 1987. It is also a surname found in various cultures, notably in Hungary. "Raba" can also refer to the Rába, a river in Hungary and Austria, and a brand of Hungarian trucks and buses manufactured by Rába Járműipari Holding Nyrt. This company, based in Győr, Hungary, has a long history dating back to the late 19th century and is a significant player in the automotive industry, producing axles, transmissions, and complete vehicles. The Rába trucks were particularly well-known for their ruggedness and off-road capabilities, often used in agricultural and military applications. The company's products are also used as components in vehicles made by other international manufacturers. Additionally, Raba is a word in some languages that translates to "frog," though this is a less common usage when encountered in a general context.