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The stresses and damages of World War II, the Korean War, and the recessions of the 1950s had severe impacts on various industries. In order to survive and recover after those terrifying years, the industries needed to implement a number of changes and try to restructure their systems in order...
Introduction The present case study reveals the steps that companies in the transport industry have made to penetrate the new business segment. It covers the crucial problem that many companies have to encounter, and it is not a trivial task as statistics show that only one firm out of four...
After 40 years of regulatory protection, in 1978, the U.S. government decided to deregulate the airlines. This happened because the economists concluded that without any regulations, the airline industry would be close to perfect competition (Marcus et al., 1991). In the first years of this deregulation reform, companies differed in...
Introduction The Boeing B737-8 (MAX) operated by Ethiopian airlines that crashed was considered one of the fatal aircraft accidents. It was also the second and the last to involve the B737-8 (MAX) planes, which have since been grounded by several airline companies globally and are non-operational. The events of that...
Airplane inspections can be partitioned into two general classifications, which incorporate booked and unscheduled assessments. Scheduled and unscheduled support and airplane assessments are fundamental for all airplanes to protect them from plane crashes. Mostly, inspections are known to the lodge team and airplane experts. However, some specialized issues seen by...
Cars are expensive, and their prices can be out of reach for many individuals. Even though long-term auto loans exist, it can get tough to acquire a vehicle. Luckily, car leasing allows people to drive a new car through a monthly payment typically lower than when purchased (Vincent). While the...
The recent introduction of Vaccinated Travel Lanes (or VTL) in Singapore allows passengers with recognized vaccination certificates to use airlines on special terms. The key distinctive feature of VTL is the absence of tests and quarantines, which were major impediments to international travel. In response to the new initiative, airlines...
Introduction Aviation security is a set of measures aimed at protecting civil aviation from unlawful interference. As a rule, this safety is provided by qualified people with the use of any material resources. In its long history of air travel, the number of fatal accidents has dropped to levels that...
Precis The attacks of September 11, 2001, made the US aviation enterprise pay more attention to security. The industry, previously regarded as safe, faced new challenges and risks. Moreover, many experts believe that those threats come not just outside the state but from the aviation industry employees. The unmitigated insider...
Introduction Trans-Tasman Single Aviation Market (SAM) is a product of deregulation of two countries: Australia and New Zealand, which implies an agreement on freedom of flight and landing in these countries and standardizes air transportation in these territories. Similar agreements are also linked to the European Union and ASEAN, linking...
Introduction Human factors play a significant role in the effectiveness of machines, and so are cases with airplanes. However, the same elements are also responsible for the failures associated with devices, and airplanes are no exception. Based on investigations by the National Transport and Safety Board (NTSB) on air accidents,...
Numerous people waiting for their departure is the reason for imposing the fine on United Airlines. As a matter of fact, this penalty is considered the largest for flight delays in the USA (Duncan, par. 1). To be more exact, the organization delayed twenty domestic and five international flights “in...
Introduction of TSA Process and History Behind It Travel Security Administration (TSA) is a US Department of Homeland Security tasked with monitoring security issues for traveling individuals in the US. On November 19, 2001, TSA was formed to respond to September 11 attacks during the tenure of former President George...
Many of the societal phenomena that play a functional role for communities and reflect the scientific and technological progress of the era do not have an unambiguous effect. The advent of trains is humanity’s most ingenious invention, offering a timely solution to a transportation problem. On the other hand, the...
As technology advances, recent years have seen the increased development and application of autonomous vehicles in the ground, air, and marine operations. Unmanned vehicles come with the benefits of automation, reduced transportation costs, fewer accidents, and improved lane capacity. Despite these merits, the mode of operation, programming, and potential security...
Introduction The issue of human settlement plays a pivotal role in defining and understanding the key social processes, including urbanization and intercommunication between individuals and environmental systems. However, only since the advent of the innovative technology era, has humanity been able to trace the dynamic landscape evolution due to operational...
Introduction Civil aviation has outstanding strategic importance today. Its ability to support the globalization of the world, foster international relations, and provide clients with the desired levels of comfort contribute to the high speed of the sector’s evolution and it’s becoming the basis for the future rise of society (Stolzer...
Introduction Since the beginning of the 20th-century, air cargo and passenger transportation have become an integral part of the global economy. The alternative route for shipping, in some cases, has replaced sea and surface transportation. Nonetheless, the growth of the air freight business has experienced a decline in the 21st...
The crash of any aircraft is a serious incident demanding an in-depth and comprehensive analysis of factors resulting in the emergence of an unexpected situation and failure. The data collected during these investigations is vital for improved risk assessment and the creation of new guidelines to avoid similar scenarios and...
Airlines as commercial enterprises began in Europe, though not in the form that is generally recognized nowadays. Davies (2017) names the German DELAG, which operated zeppelins between 1909 and 1935, as the first airline. Following its emergence, other nations also started creating airlines, such as Aircraft Transport and Travel in...
Aviation and its development have been an area of intense interest for engineers and mere observers for more than a century. Since the late 18th-early 19th centuries, humanity has been fascinated with human-made machines capable of taking people to the sky. Governments and private investors allocated considerable resources to the...
Introduction Aviation plays a crucial role in the socio-economic development of the American economy. The aviation sector has consistently grown and expanded in recent years and is expected to extend even more in the future. Such developments shape significant opportunities for innovations, including applying new technologies and operations which will...
Introduction Managing an airport is technical considering that it comprises a variety of systems, regulations, workers, facilities, and users. Operations are usually intricate and finely-tuned to create a balance between demand and volume, customer experience and the service cost, as well as the anticipated and the unexpected. The success of...
Introduction The transport sector has kept pace with increasing technology; there have been numerous developments in plane technology. Good and efficient transport is the backbone of trade and by extension economy. Other than the internet, the other development that has made the world a village is transport; more so air...
Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) is one of the largest airports in Michigan, covering more than 3,100 acres (U.S. department of transportation federal aviation administration, 2021). According to the statistics provided by the Gerald R. Ford International Airport (n.d.), every day, approximately 10,000 travelers pass through the airport. The...
Introduction The name “Congonhas Airport” is associated in the minds of many aviation industry professionals with the largest airplane crash in South America’s history. In 2007, TAM Airlines A320 Flight 3054 veered off of the runway while landing and crashed into a fuel station and an air cargo service building....
Absrtact This study investigates the demand for alternative vehicles and defines the market in hopes that the American auto producers will take up the challenge and put themselves in the forefront of the production and marketing of affordable environmentally friendly vehicles for the American consumer. It would help the environment,...
Driving a car is one of the most routine activities in which the consequences of a mistake are especially severe. The influence of speeding has been a subject of researchers’ interest for decades, and thus a significant body of literature was created, demonstrating the dangers of driving too fast or...
All the traditional industries operating in conventional ways are today facing quite hard challenges from their new competitors who offer services at lower budgets. Generally, any traditional business industry for providing full service with a touch of conventionality and high quality has to keep the prices high for their services....
The automobile industry has always played a substantial role in the economics of any modern country. It provides thousands of people with workplaces, and its products are invaluable in the daily life of an ordinary citizen. However, it is impossible to ignore the fact that their products are expensive and...
Introduction The attempt of the mid –air explosion on Christmas Day 2009 has left the government reconsider the efficiency of the airport security. Consequently various new strategies to ensure the screening of the passengers are being planned. The major airports are planning to include the full body scanning technologies in...
Introduction There have been enormous increases in emergency cases in most of our ports worldwide. This has called for efforts to come up with the most appropriate and immediate action to ensure that most of these risks are reduced if not being eliminated. For this to happen, the harbor manager...
The topic chosen for this project is an electric car with one seat, which is cheaper than the standard electric or fuel-powered vehicles. The reason for selecting this topic is that electric vehicles’ popularity is increasing each year (Peegov & Pontes, 2018). However, for a state to have a sufficient...
Introduction Manual flight management was done away with as a result of high rate of accidents. Flight planning software refers to programs that are used to manage and execute flight and other processes undertaken when the plane is airborne. After the pilot has issued the requisite flight specifics, the software...
Executive Summary The following report is aimed at defining the major tendencies in terms of employee education in the airline industry in the United States. The notions considered in terms of the research include learning and development, employee training, performance management, and employment legislation. In order to define the relevant...
Introduction A safety case report is a document that provides evidence of safety. In this light, the document aims at showing that, the facility can be used for a certain reason. In addition, it seeks to show that the facility can fit into a certain environment without failing. It includes...
Introduction Security at the airport is a key factor to consider in all airports. It is important for effective and tight security systems to be put in place. Security can either be construction security or that security enhanced by the management for people to be free and safe while at...
The port is defined according to Patrick, (2008, p.5) as the area near the seashore and with infrastructure capacities for a vessel/shore interface and customs facilities. Knowledge claims consider Bruges Port as being the leader in Northern Europe in the thirteenth century. In the turn to the fifteenth century, Antwerp...
Introduction After the attack by terrorists in 2001, the Department of Homeland Security has taken various measures to protect the nation from an even bigger attack by terrorists as they are capable of using weapons of mass destruction. The department has taken the initiative of launching the security measures of...
Introduction Like many states in the USA, public transportation in Florida encompasses a complex combination of rail and bus terminuses. The Florida Department of Transportation is mandated to oversee interstate, state, and US highways. On the other hand, the state has an intercity rail that connects cities within the state....
Firefighting and rescue actions in the Navy seem to be more effective than those in civilian airdromes. Although the military and civilian safety manuals are based on similar principles, they differ due to their peculiarities in structure and experience. Moreover, their fire drilling exercises vary in the quantity of the...
Transportation of cell phones over the ocean is a challenging issue even in the 21st century because the influence of weather conditions or other external factors is hard to be predicted. What is more, in comparison with other products, smartphones are noticeably expensive, which means that damaged devices would become...
Introduction Situation awareness refers to the ability of a decision maker in a certain environment to perceive the status of any variables that will affect the decision he/she makes, and project their status after some time. These variables could be environmental aspects associated with space, time etcetera. The essence of...
Abstract The last ten years have seen an increase in attempted and successful terror attacks that have been implemented through the use of aircraft. It has therefore been prudent for the development of programs and measures to mitigate the ever-increasing threat of air traffic terrorism. Following the 9/11 attacks, the...
With the number of individuals driving in the United States having increased by a massive six fold since 1925, it is not a wonder then that the number of motor vehicle accidents have also drastically increased, to now stand at 215 million vehicles. This represents an 11-fold increase for a...
The unmanned systems industry suggests a wide range of possibilities in the modern world. Indeed, recent technological advancements in automation allow accomplishing tasks “in a quick, safe, and cost-efficient manner” (Albeaino et al., 2019, p. 381). As a result, different operational spheres, such as air, ground, and marine, actively employ...
Reasons for the growth of Inter-modal rail transport (TOFC & COFC) since the 1980’s Inter-modal transport is primarily transporting goods by containers using more than one mode of transport. The development of this type of transportation traces its roots to the mid 1950s when Malcolm Mc Lean (a truck line...
The information exchange for consignments on transit has played a key role in the long run; their delivery right from the initial stages to its final destination is preferred by the client (Coyle, Barti & Novack, p. 353). Thus, a close nexus between the shipping firm and its client is...
The United States has invested heavily in the development of an interstate highway system. It has considerably made this form of transport a priority for transportation of cargo and other elements that contribute to the development of economy. The movement of labour is also important for the economy’s growth. This...
Symptoms and the Root Cause of the Problem The trend for the increase in the number of vehicles in the world over the years is quite alarming. Whereas towards the end of the twentieth century we had about 670 million vehicles globally, it is estimated that the number may surge...
Introduction Air transport is a small sector, but it has a significant effect on the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The aviation industry, including airports and aircraft manufacturing, is a crucial enabler of many economic activities. The COVID-19 pandemic has adversely impacted various sectors of the economy because it was unexpected....
Introduction This study aims at identifying and systematizing data on the potential impact of any existing legal and technological approaches to improving safety management systems (SMS) in aviation. Determining the relationship between the proposed approaches and SMS in aviation will allow identifying the optimal drivers that influence security parameters. In...
Introduction Many private and commercial aircraft are broadly utilized for daily travel via air. The efficiency and safety of airborne voyagers are enhanced by massive system facilities for the regulation of air traffic for secure departure and landing at their designated destinations. The successful operations in the aviation sector demand...
The renowned safety of air transport is dependent on three factors. These are the many safety and redundant systems built into modern passenger aircraft, the rigorous training and monitoring accorded pilots, and the multitasking skill of air traffic controllers (ATCs). Not surprisingly, therefore, ATC salary scales are very attractive early...
The development of security measures in airports has been largely a response to various terrorists’ efforts targeting planes and passengers in the past 70 years. The 1960s saw over 130 hijackings of commercial airline planes, the most prolific one of which had been the one performed by Antulio Ramirez Ortiz...
Introduction There are numerous external forces that affect the airline industry. As a result, the industry is compelled to continuously change its ways of doing things. The industry is not only vulnerable to bankruptcy, terrorism, amalgamation and acquisition but is also adversely affected by political instability in the various countries...
Fostering the Development of Transportation Systems States, cities, and towns must work individually and in collaboration with others to foster the development of their transportation systems as an efficient transportation system is first and foremost the backbone of the economy (U.S. Department of Transportation, n.d.). TCRP (2002) suggests that the...
Aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) is a kind of firefighting that aims to save the airplane passengers and on-board workers during accidents that happen in the air. The terminals with booked flights are obliged to have firemen and necessary fire extinguishing equipment prepared at any time. It is necessary to...
Introduction Background Information The airline transport sector is essential for the growth and development of several economies. The IATA forecast for the development of aviation passenger traffic for the next 20 years indicates that the Asia-Pacific region will be the source of generating more than half of the global air...
Introduction Pipeline transport is very important in the growth and development of the economy of a nation. It is used in the transfer of numerous commodities that are used in the production of other products in the industries. The pipeline transport industry transports the largest portion of fluid products in...
Maritime Trade as a Facilitator of Global Trade Maritime trade has accompanied human civilization from the moment the boats strong enough to cross seas were invented. The use of sea vessels allowed to reduce the traveling time to the minimum, while significantly increasing the volume of transported goods. Thanks to...
Introduction With increased public concern about global warming and environmental protection, electric cars have become a popular trend in the automotive industry. Electric cars are considered a sustainable alternative to conventional gasoline automobiles. Both types of vehicles provide people with mobility but with different driving forces and an unequal impact...
Introduction The reason why there is no need to add an “I am driving” instant message to the phone is that no one should ever even touch it while holding the steering wheel and pressing the gas pedal. I have watched a number of videos about the circumstances of car...
Introduction Background Information The airline transport sector is essential for the growth and development of several economies. The sector facilitates global trade, hence it has been identified as one of the sectors that should be invested in, for the equal engagement of all regions in international commercial activities. In the...
Introduction Safety occupies a central role in many spheres of the modern world. As for the aviation industry, security became even more significant after the terror attacks on the 11th of September, 2001. Those events shocked the globe and made both the United States and other countries reconsider their attitudes...
UGS and UAS share a commonality in their C3, which is that they can be both controlled from a ground control station (GCS). However, unlike UGVs that are remotely controlled through radio frequencies and fiber optics, UAVs are controlled via satellite links. At the time of take-off till the exit...
Introduction Air travel is the fastest and safest mode of transport for passengers and cargo, which means that many people prefer it as opposed to other means. The need for convenient, secure, and quick transportation methods that support large loads has increased the demand for air travel (Maduwanthi et al.,...
Abstract If your professor asks you to provide an abstract, start typing your abstract here (no indentations). If you do not need an abstract, remove this page. Your abstract should be a single double-spaced paragraph. Your abstract should be about 130-150 words. Introduction Safe driving is a topic that has...
Over the past decades, a vast amount of transport has appeared on the roads, and the upward trend continues. This often leads to the formation of traffic jams, besides, it may be a cause of the violation of speed limits and accidents. Researchers state that “reducing speed limits often leads...
Abstract This paper presents the findings of a literature review on the applications of logistics management in the aviation industry. The author strives to describe the implications of effective logistics management practices on the air cargo transport industry. Precisely, the paper answers the question, ‘What are the challenges and opportunities...
Market Definition and the Relevant Market With the U.S. infrastructure becoming increasingly more intricate, the automotive industry has been experiencing a range of challenges and simultaneously enjoying a vast array of newly opened opportunities. In the United States (U.S.), car exports rose by 1.91% in 2016 (Rao 175). Even though...
It is not uncommon in 2020 to hear people characterize the current pandemic as an event of extraordinary scale, exceeding any expectations and economic damage predictions. Many businesses succumb to the influence of circumstances beyond their control and seize all operations until the situation resolves itself. The aviation industry is...
Introduction The society is transforming and adopting efficient transport and communication technology to meet the demands of modern lifestyle. People have invented efficient transport means that have transformed the world’s distant nations into global villages. To date, a person can have breakfast in America, lunch in Asia, and have dinner...
Introduction Nowadays, many people use cars daily, be it for getting to work, delivering the food bought from supermarkets, or taking your children to school. Extensive use of your car certainly does not make it look any better. That being said, taking care of your car is not only necessary...
Traffic jam occurs when motorists’ capacity creates route demand that is higher than a present road capacity. Traffic jams can result from a number of circumstances whose end result lead to increased volume of vehicle and reduced road capacity. Auckland is most famous for its traffic jam that normally stretches...
Over the last few years, there have been numerous lawsuits challenging the practices used by employers in the trucking industry. Most of these claims stem from the fact that some employers while hiring employees are negligent in making some important decisions. However, a large percentage of these claims are based...
The deregulation of United States transport industry picked momentum in 1970s. The inefficiency caused by strenuous regulations angered many policy makers who began to agitate for reforms. While the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB) exercised control of the aviation industry, the Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC) checked the rates of railroad carriers....
Introduction The Railway system is one of the best systems of transportation in the world. Over time, scores of changes and more advanced methods have been added to the system. This paper presents some of the characteristics of the railway system and its advanced developments in this era. This paper...
Introduction For the last couple of years, air rage has been on the rise; however, not much attention has been accorded to it, neither is there accurate statistics that have been developed. Air rage is bad conduct of plane passenger that may result in physical torture, emotional harassment or any...
Road, rail, air, water, pipeline or space transport is a key aspect of the American society and also other world societies. There are many human utilities that are constantly moved around in the country to reach out to the people, purpose and places of want. Transport affects the everyday life...
The UK is known as one of the biggest car markets in the world. The country not only engages in the production of several car models but is also a well recognized market for most international car manufacturers. The economy ranks among the most developed in the world hence demand...
Causes of Low-Cost Airlines Success In the context of airlines before deregulation, activities in the airlines industry were an antithesis of competitive markets. Airlines were monopolized by local governments, or big business houses, which actively discouraged competition through a restrictive and regulatory regime, meant essentially to avoid private enterprises entering...
Executive Summary This report traces the Porters external and internal environment based on the imperatives of Safety, Security, and Environmental pressures. Tremendous changes have taken place in aviation because of increasing technological complexity and growth in air traffic, this adds pressure on the infrastructure consisting of airports, air traffic control...
Introduction Denver International Airport (DIA) is believed to be the biggest international airport in the United States and second largest airport in the world. The strategic positioning of Denver has ensured that a large number of domestic and international flights touch down at DIA. It also happens to be the...
Introduction The Corvette C5, as the name implies is the fifth generation of the two-door Corvette series manufactured by Chevrolet. According to www.Corvettemuseum.com, the Corvette C5 was launched in March of 1997 and sold 16,116 that same year. The great appeal of this model rests on undeniable power, price, performance,...
The study in question is An Investigation of Motorists’ Perceptions of Trucks on the Highways by (Moore, LeMay, Moore, Lidell, Kinard, & McMillen, 2005).The research was published in 2005. The research was carried out as an improvement on literature explored in the exploratory analysis performed on the subject of the...
Introduction Driving has become more common and more difficult than it used to be. It has progressed from being an option to being a compulsion. Being a necessity, more people are on the roads, driving their own vehicle, which has resulted in multiple problems. Unsafe driving practices can cause several...
Executive summary Embarking into this project was with a view to enhancing the establishment of new aviation routes across the Middle East for the next decade. Statistical evidence has it that the airline industry in the Middle East is projected to grow rapidly in the coming years, buoyed by a...
This paper examines the reasons behind why Honda Pilot is a car that is highly recommended by not only me but has been rated highly by numerous car journals and has had the distinction of being awarded with a number of awards as well. Honda Pilot came into existence around...
Introduction In lots of corners of the world, restraints on the accessibility of energy services raise obstacles to socio-economic enhancement. All over the world, roughly two billion people use conventional solid fuels for cooking and warming, and approximately the same number lack electrical energy. Without admission to nowadays types of...
Imagine if you will, a future where voice responsive technology, GPRS systems, and onboard computers allow one to have a car that can be driven worry and hassle-free by even a toddler. No, I am not talking about the cars in Demolition Man or Minority Report, although Hollywood is not...
The evolution of the automobile industry has brought in several changes in the world. The book entitled “Twentieth-Century Technologies” mainly focuses on the automobile industry and its evolution in the United States. Though the basic idea of automobiles began way back in the 18th century, it was only in the...
Project Summary This thesis aims to investigate the benefits of data strategic applications in the aviation industry. The study seeks to examine the impact of data strategic application and digitalization on the curated travel experience, security identification, customer experience, and airport services. Data strategic applications, digitalization, and other improvements constitute...
Safety is an important concept in the aviation industry because it underscores the need to protect passengers and crew against accidents. The quality of safety and risk management processes influence how flight operations are managed and how airlines respond to disasters (Vasigh & Fleming, 2016). Consequently, civil aviation authorities have...
Introduction The aviation industry has been grappling with the threat of birds strikes around major airports for decades. Griffin, Young, and Stanton (2015) explain that although many countries around the world have formulated ways of dealing with this problem, a new one has just emerged in the form of drones....
Introduction The Honolulu Rail Transit Project (HRTP) is an elevated 20-mile-long rail system with a total of 21 stations, connecting East Kapolei and Ala Moana Center along the shoreline of Oahu. Although public discussions regarding the opening of a public transit line in Honolulu have been ongoing since the second...
Introduction In the modern technological environment, the demands of consumers shift from one gadget to another. The latest advancement in this area that has gained tremendous popularity among consumers is the unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) that is being used for recreational and artistic purposes such as photography and filmmaking (Joshi,...
Introduction In today’s world, the number of people using a private car is growing steadily. Problematically, the increase in traffic leads to traffic jams for many kilometers. The task of engineers is to create alternative vehicles capable of relieving the jam. One such option is electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing...
Introduction Unmanned maritime systems (UMSs) have evolved over the years as navies from different countries endeavor to create new ways of completing tasks that would be dangerous to humans. For instance, the U.S. Navy is focused on enhancing the autonomous capabilities of unmanned maritime vehicles to minimize human involvement and...
Location and Limit The deployment of scientists, an engineering team, and aircraft for marine applications requires intensive efforts and operational expenses. However, the cost of implementation may not provide adequate resolution and analysis to guarantee comprehensive information accessibility for all regions and functions of recovery. Unmanned maritime vehicles (UMV) can...
Any piece of news and those dedicated to the social, political, and economic sectors, in particular, have some assumptions and limitations which should be considered during the further application of these materials. It is important to review these assumptions and limitations before using the piece of information. After some time,...
Abstract The case presents a security program for Next Global Airport. These safety procedures and measures are best on approved standards, national laws and regulations, and best practices in the aviation industry. They do not aim to cause any inconvenience to airport users, but rather to improve their safety. Security...
The UK automotive manufacturing Industry The statistics show that the international manufacturers of engines have a higher tendency of locating their car manufacturing plants in the UK than other nations (Jones & Zoppo 2013). In addition, they indicate that the UK market for the electric car engines is higher than...
Introduction This study focuses on the ability to survive and operate successfully in the coming business environment challenges so that to help in coming up with the better suggestions and recommendations. The study would also analyze the application of the customers’ expectation management of the service quality towards the e-commerce...
Introduction The shortage of highly experienced experts is a major issue in the aviation sector. According to Kaplan and Collier (2014), the new aviation policy that requires pilots to clock 1500 hours in the air to be considered qualified to fly large commercial planes has worsened the already bad situation....
Introduction For Project 2, I have selected topic 7: “Rail remains a contentious issue in Hawaii, largely for budget reasons. What are the issues? What are some of the possible resolutions?” To my mind, this topic raises questions that are both interesting and important to investigate since the matter under...
Chapter number fourteen, called “Transport Appraisal from the book by Cowie, is focused on exploring the structure of investment in the transportation system and its financing. Besides, the chapter studies the meaning and value of time and its relationship with the employees’ wages. Cowie lists the factors that shape the...
Introduction The commercial aviation industry plays a central role in facilitating the transportation of people and goods in various parts of the globe. The safety of passengers, staff, and goods is paramount in the profit-making aviation industry. For this reason, air transport is one of the safest modes of movement...
Introduction Airplane noise could be classified as unnecessary air and ground disturbance (Babisch & Van Kamp, 2009). The noise around airports is produced when airplanes are departing or arriving. This comprises of noise created by engines and airframe turbulence when the airplane is setting off and landing. Ground noise consists...
Introduction Due to new restrictions related to harmful emissions, electric cars have attracted more attention in recent years. Modern electric vehicles have become more competitive as their characteristics are similar to conventional cars. This issue has a significant impact on the management of companies related to car production. Managers carefully...
The hybrid electric vehicles are gradually gaining preference over the gasoline powered vehicles following gradual shifts the global economic dynamics. For example, The U.S. Department of Energy estimated that “the United States imported about 45% of the petroleum it consumed, and transportation was responsible for two-thirds of total U.S. petroleum...
The first trend is observed in the macro environment and revolves around the possibility of digitization of the airline industry. According to the data from related industries, the direction is expected to increase the profitability of the segment by capitalizing on the seamless user-centered experience1. Another important aspect of a...
There is a need to build a very large commercial transport (“VLCT”) but the cost would be daunting even for the top two aircraft manufacturers Airbus and Boeing. The design and manufacture of a VLCT which can carry between 550 to 800 passengers is expected to require the creation from...
It was way back on the 6th of January in the year 2005 when a train tragedy occurred in Graniteville area of South Carolina and thus came to be known as Graniteville train disaster. It happened when two trains from Norfolk Southern clashed near a constitute belonging to Avondale Mills...
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...
Measuring capacity and utilization For companies of the Southwest Airline capacity, the capacity and utilization can be measured by managing the sizing and timing strategies, economies of scale, and scientific and systematic accommodation decisions. The Company has attracted many passengers to its airline in terms of measuring the economies and...
Introduction In recent years, more attention came to the issue of climate change and greenhouse emissions which are considered to be one of the main causes of it. Intermodal transportation is one of the essential industries of the modern age. It is responsible for delivering the majority of all goods...
Pedestrian Safety to Children: Intervention Pedestrian safety is a crucial skill that should be learned by children to reduce the risk of morbidity and mortality from traffic accidents. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC, 2017), children and older adults are most at risk of being killed...
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...
Introduction The recent rise in energy prices and the need to conserve the environment need an urban form that promotes the use of public transport. The city of Melbourne has been dominated by cars since 1951 due to its plan and urban form. Complying with compact city policies had been...
Introduction The transport sector is the most affected by the volatility of oil prices. Therefore, any change in the price of fuel greatly affects transport, regarding cost, demand, and externalities. High fuel prices lead to increased expenditure on transport and hence reduced demand for transport services. This situation is the...
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) examine the most important principles...
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....
Introduction With more developments, growth and increasing trade, cargo transport demand has developed enormously, and this has led to a concern of world transport sector to improving and achieving reliable and effective truck and rail cargo transport. This has become an important necessity focus of the 21st century. Therefore, to...
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...
Introduction Congestion is the state of overcrowding in a street or other area, making movement slow or difficult. Urban setting is the structure of an urban city that may or may not effectively use its facilities, depending on the strategies laid down by its planners. Public infrastructure is a general...
Introduction People from different parts of the world are surrounded by numerous gadgets, technologies, and automatic systems daily. A contemporary person uses a variety of electronic devices to work, rest, and communicate with their friends or relatives. The twenty-first century is considered to be the beginning of the robot era...
Maritime hazardous cargo security act was meant to improve the security of vessels that transport dangerous chemicals and petrol chemicals. It was set with the aim of protecting Americans from terrorism and the economy by protecting the theft of chemicals and petrol products. The bill also aimed at improving the...
Introduction Choosing a truck is often a difficult task due to the abundance of available options. Of course, every person chooses a vehicle to his/her taste. Some people want to get a powerful and conservative truck, while some are looking for a fast and modern vehicle. Leaders of the market...
Driving involves a complex interaction of mental, physical, cognitive, and sensory skills, all of which draw the driver’s attention. However, even with these complexities of driving, drivers still engage in other tasks which divert their attention away from driving increases the risk of a crash, thus endangering his and others...
Abstract Owning a car is one of the most prestigious things that people enjoy. The comfort and the conveniences of using private means of transport are enormous so that people can forget the associated expenses. Firstly, private transport eliminates the worries of getting late for work and meetings as one...
