Category: Air Transport

  • The Next Generational Air Transport System Concepts

    Table of Contents Introduction Communications Surveillance Security Automation Navigation Conclusion References Introduction The Next Generational Air Transport System (NGATS) is the most recent modernization project managed by the U.S national airspace system. The operations of the NGATS began in 2007 when Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) hinted at improving the goals of using new technologies in…

  • Aviation Organizations and Air Transport Regulations

    Table of Contents Introduction Regulation of Air Transport Passenger and cargo safety Leadership and profitability Sustainability Conclusion Reference Introduction Globalization and the expansion of social, economic, and political activities have necessitated the need to use air transport due to its immense benefits over other modes of transportation. The influx of air passengers and cargo has…

  • Economic Analysis of Airline Safety

    Introduction Air transport has become a major issue of concern in the transport sector. The development of aviation is related to the rate of economic advancement of many countries across the world. This report contains detailed information on the major forms of occurrences, their causes, degree, and the various ways that can be used to…

  • The Variety of Services in the Civil Aviation Industry

    During our research on the top ten airlines in the civil aviation industry, we get to know that “most national airlines depend for their livelihood on international traffic.” (O’Hanlon 2007). The brightest examples of such airlines are Delta Air Lines, Japan Airline, Lufthansa, Air France-KLM, and UAL Airlines International Airline. This teamwork provided me with…

  • Areas of Vulnerability in Air Cargo Transfer

    Transportation of cargos through freight has been widely used as a means of transport. Airlines have been very first to upgrade their security because terrorists used airplanes during the attacks. Before September 11, 2001 attacks, people who were working in airlines were expected to act as security observers but they were not adequately trained on…

  • Lean Philosophy: Remote Check-In in Airports

    Table of Contents Introduction Remote Check-In in Airports Conclusion References Introduction In the context of increasing global competitiveness, lean philosophy presents solutions that are appropriate for both companies and customers. The paramount idea of lean philosophy is to add more value to customer experience and avoid unnecessary waste. In their study, Al-Dhaheri and Kang (2015)…

  • Noise Control Strategies Around Airports

    Table of Contents Introduction Measurement of noise Control of Noise at Birmingham Airport Obligation and Achievement of the Noise Action Plan Noise and Non-noise Environmental Effects Health Effects of Aircraft Noise Conclusion References Introduction Airplane noise could be classified as unnecessary air and ground disturbance (Babisch & Van Kamp, 2009). The noise around airports is…

  • Fleet Strategy: Boeing and Airbus Comparison

    Operations and logistical officers must identify the best models to achieve their business goals. One of the most important issues to consider is acquiring the right resources that can delivery meaningful results. This paper discusses the unique differences between a Boeing and an Airbus and proposes the best aircraft for supporting a powerful fleet strategy.…

  • The Surface and Air Transportation Regulation

    Table of Contents Introduction Effects of Regulation and Deregulation Conclusion Reference List Introduction Governments intervene in the private markets by coming up with regulatory policies that govern the markets. Through regulation, governments adjust income distribution and resource allocation to what they consider appropriate. They do this to ensure the welfare of the people by preventing…

  • Supersonic Aircraft and Its Aerodynamics

    Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Shock Wave Influence of Shock Waves in Transonic Region Sonic Boom Supersonic Wing Designs and Example of Supersonic Aircraft References Abstract Aerodynamics is the study of properties of fluids in motion and the manner in which they interact with solid objects. It explores the properties of solid objects as they…