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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...
Life today has become far more complex and difficult than it used to be a few years ago, not merely in terms of the dilapidating culture or the inflation of the economy, or the soaring oil prices or the global face of terrorism, but something which affects us daily and...
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...
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...
Introduction Since the first airplanes were relatively light and developed low speeds, not requiring a long run on takeoff or landing, they could use small flat areas as an airfield. As a consequence, airports for such planes were located in any suitable places convenient for servicing the population. They had...
Although driving seems like a mundane task, it can be extremely challenging and dangerous. Different weather, traffic, and road conditions, as well as vehicle condition, can have a significant impact on one’s driving. Driving during the summer months differs considerably from driving in winter, when roads may be covered in...
Introduction Transportation and logistics play a significant role in the world’s economic growth and development. Raw materials and finished products rely on transportation to get to the factories and consumers, respectively. Equally, transportation systems ensure that employers get to their working stations on time. Air, truck, rail, pipeline, and sealift...
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...
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...
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...
No one can fully identify, document and compile data on the shipwrecks that happened along the Oman coast people. Tracing the history of shipwreck is considered to be the province of archeologists and according to them the cargo narrates a lot about the history of the sailors, the voyagers and...
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...
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...
The rail industry has faced significant competition since the national highway system was built. As a result, the rail industry has steadily declined in performance, but it still plays a significant role in the transport network. The observation that there has been a decline in the percentage of all ton-miles...
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 Being an internationally recognized firm with its arm reaching most of the homes in the U.S.A, Toyota, a Japanese based company has come to an age of criticism. This results from its fatal failures and mishaps which arise from designs of some of their present models. One example of...
Introduction For most motor vehicle owners, changing g the oil in the family car is a matter of driving up to the local chain store or dealership, then waiting for others to do the job. However, there may be a time when the car owner will need to know how...
Abstract To sustain the existence of the human race environment is a vital issue and hence awareness relating to environmental impacts of Low-Cost Carriers (LCCs) and Tourism is rising globally. It is proven that the so-called myth of degradation of environment finally is judged right and the raised the questions...
Introduction Regulations and guidelines in the transport industry are essential since they ensure that corporations operate effectively and focus on stakeholders’ demands. Various governmental agencies implement and ensure that companies follow such policies. Some organizations go further to support or improve the performance of this sector. This paper gives a...
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...
Introduction / Background Globalization with the rapid growth of global economies has increased the volume of cargo shipments around the world due to high economic growth. The increase in economic development has raised the demand of consumers and has set other economic trends that have resulted in the expansion of...
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 unfair practices such as monopolizing the markets...
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...
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 A careful assessment of the current pilot’s profession establishes that most of the offered training satisfies the requirements of safety. After all, deadly accidents are comparatively uncommon in all sectors of aviation (Čokorilo, De Luca & Dell’Acqua 2014). Nevertheless, judging by the recent airplane and business aviation fatalities, it...
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...
A similar checkboard pattern can be noticed in many places where railroad tracks have been laid and railroad stations built. The main reasons for this were government grants with sides up to several miles in size along the railroad. Such grants were given as a subsidy and were an alternative...
Introduction Denver has a large airport that serves the city and state. The airport opted to construct an automated luggage system ” to efficiently disperse all of the airport’s goods, encompassing check-in, arrivals, and pick-up. However, the development’s goal was not met by the airport. The involved stakeholders delayed the...
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...
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,...
Nowadays, it is hardly possible to imagine our lives without cars. Going to work, shopping, visiting friends – everything seems much easier when you have one. After all, even if you don’t, you can always get an Uber. Cars have become such an essential part of the modern lifestyle that...
The National Shipbuilding Strategy Global transportation is fundamental in exchanging products and developing international relationships. More than 80% of worldwide exchange by volume and about 70% of its worth is performed by more than 50,000 vessels (Perry, 2017). Marine transportation is one of the first means of exchanging commodities in...
Changing the engine oil is a process of great significance for it extends the operational life of a car’s engine. Regardless of the time of year and the driving experience and conditions, a change of oil is required for the engine just as a person needs water (Fracchia, 2019). Otherwise,...
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 ACAS stands for an airborne collision avoidance system. It is essentially a specific type of equipment that warns pilots of aircraft in the vicinity that may pose a threat of collision. It is a general term that encompasses a number of practical implementations of short-range collision avoidance systems such...
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...
Introduction Following a decline in the recession period of the beginning of the 1990s, public transportation use in the United States increased rapidly from 1996 to 2009. Unlinked traveler trips grew by 22 percent, increasing whole ridership to the highest level in 50 years. The New York City region contributed...
Southwest airlines A southwest airline is an airline established and incorporated in America. It is the largest airline in terms of customer served per year in the world. It also has the third largest number of aircrafts in the world. On average south west operates about 3500 flights per day....
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...
Description of the System The evolution of technology has led to the emergence of unmanned aerial systems (UAS), such as drones and aerial vehicles. One of the leading companies in manufacturing UAS, Ballard, has created two models UAS fueled by hydrogen cell, FCair, with 600 watt and 1200 watt systems...
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 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...
A roundabout is an area on the road where several routes become one, and all vehicles drive in the same direction to another lane. In other words, it is an example of a traffic circle that aims at facilitating the transition from one road to another. The question of whether...
In the context of the accelerated growth of the air cargo industry and security concerns, coordinated and collective actions of customs authorities are essential. Moreover, the civil aviation authorities, and other stakeholders at the international and regional levels are of great importance for the creation of a reliable, safe and...
Up until January 2020, the expansion of air travel seemed inevitable. The number of people who travel by air has significantly increased over the past ten years. Predictions suggested that the number of passengers would keep rising, but this has altered since the Covid-19 pandemic. One of the main issues...
Introduction Traffic congestion presents a significant problem currently faced by large and growing cities. According to Ranjan et al. (2020), “with the increase in the economy, rapid urbanization, and desire toward private traveling, the traffic congestion level around the world has increased drastically, directly affecting the cities’ growth, development, and...
Introduction The National Rail Network is a vital component of the national infrastructure. It is a network that provides passenger services and freight transport across the country, from Penzance to Plymouth via Exeter St David’s (Goodyear, 2022). The network covers most of Great Britain, with a route length of about...
Introduction The shipping industry has become vital for facilitating trade, defense, and the overall global economy. Maritime shipping is among the most critical components of the international economy, accounting for around 90% of trade conducted worldwide (Balcombe et al., 2019). However, there has been increasing pressure on the industry to...
Introduction Long-haul truck drivers must move large volumes of cargo across vast areas. They frequently operate specific vehicles with huge cargo capacities, and they are subject to stringent roadside safety requirements. Driving long-distance trucks is a physically strenuous occupation that also requires exceptional focus on accuracy and practical communication abilities....
Despite technological advancements in the aviation industry, noise has remained a persistent problem, and its effects have been devastating. Aircraft noise has adverse effects on the academic performance of children who live next to airports; it disturbs sleep and is uncomfortable for passengers (Will et al., 2017). In addition, noise...
The document critiqued is a report of the Government Accountability Office (GAO) on the implementation of the Next Generation Air Transportation System (NextGen) by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). NextGen is a platform for transitioning air traffic from ground-based control to satellite navigation, digital communications, and automated position reporting by...
Prior to the analysis and the implementation of potential solutions, it is vital to assess the underlying issues that are contributing to the current excessive costs of travel. Currently, the total expenses of seven executives contribute to $75,000 in ticket costs and $15,000 in additional fees for services such as...
The term “air industry” refers to companies that provide air transportation services to paying clients or coworkers. Both passengers and freight may use these air transportation services, which are most frequently offered by jet aircraft. However, some airlines may also employ helicopters. And just like every other business, the air...
The airline industry is very influential, as it includes many services and unites various areas of activity, for example, cargo transportation and tourism. It also requires significant coordination between different processes and destinations. As a result, the industry gives jobs to many people. Any shocks and changes in the airline...
The necessity to develop an airport infrastructure that meets current demand is a driving force for the NGATS. Therefore, the regular advancements that include adequate security, agile air traffic, environment protection, and capacity expansion may increase customer satisfaction. Overall, it is of utmost importance to analyze the current operating system...
Air cargo transportation, along with passenger air transport, are important areas of the global economic industry, providing key aspects of human activity. Air transport operates to serve people on a variety of scales, from individual travel and the transport of small private cargo to multi-ton cargo flights. Given the speed...
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on civil aviation is seen as unprecedented in today’s realities. The virus has had a huge impact on transport logistics in all countries. Thus, this system has undergone significant changes and difficulties, being one of the most affected by economic problems. The negative consequences...
Introduction Due to technological advancement, different functionality such as Heads-Up Display (HUD), synthetic vision, Integrated Flight Control System (IFCS), Voice-Activated Commands, Automatic Braking Systems, and Active Noise Cancellation have become helpful in ensuring aircraft efficiency. These features will be critical in ensuring that the future aircraft’s safety, efficiency, and comfortability...
Introduction Multiple industries that have been known offenders of environmental premises are willing to make a switch to more sustainable ways. The automotive industry, in particular, has been heavily preoccupied with offering more mindful consumers options that would be less damaging for the environment. Hence, the electric car market has...
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...
The airline industry was among the main ones which were severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Even large airline carriers such as United Airlines did not avoid suffering considerable financial losses because of the lack of passengers. The reduction in the number of people using the services of airlines was...
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...
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...
Introduction The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the global airline industry became a worldwide obstacle to proper mobility. The dramatic effects of the health issues on transport communications across the globe are affecting people internationally, even two years after the initial breakthrough of the coronavirus (Bouwer et al., 2021)....
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...
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...
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...
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...
This paper discusses the impact of United Airlines’ policy on its reputation among customers. There is a need to change the standards of interaction with the company’s clients since the regularly occurring removal of passengers from the airplane, and refusals in flight due to the non-compliance of passengers with the...
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...
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...
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is located in Orange County, Florida, approximately six miles southeast of Orlando. The airport is situated in the vicinity of popular tourist sites and attractions, making it one of the busiest in the country for domestic and international flights. The MCO is capable of receiving aircraft...
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...
According to the Carney (2006) transportation refers to the activity of (or the system used in) moving people or things from one place to another (p.1531). By moving people or things from place to place, transportation is a service delivery industry with an essential economic role to facilitate the meeting...
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 People who operate those large and heavy commercial motor vehicles on the roads do not manage their tasks without specialized skills and preliminary training. An abbreviation “CDL” stands for Commercial Driver’s License, and it gives an individual permission to drive buses or large commercial vehicles (LCVs) on a highway...
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 The components of organizational culture of any company, although carting a unified message, can be dispersed over many small details and aspects, all of which carry a part of such culture. One of the aspects that can reflect the organizational culture is it cost accounting practices. In that regard,...
Introduction To protect the U.S. ports and waterways from the terrorist attacks the Maritime Transportation Act was designed and signed by President Bush on November 25, 2002 (Protecting America’s Ports, 2003). “This act is a means for the United States to address the increasing concerns in homeland security, especially due...
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...
The Toyota Company drew attention to itself in the 1980s. Back then, it was starting to become evident that Japanese-made cars could last longer than their American counterparts. By the beginning of the 1990s, Toyota, in particular, gained considerable acclaim compared to other Japanese car manufacturers: Toyota designed and produced...
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...
For many people, the subway is not only a rapid and reliable transit system that brings citizens to the desired destinations. It is also something more than just a simple habit, somewhat tedious and irritating trip. Despite the restricted nature of metro space detached from the ground by massive concrete...
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...
