Aviation, Aeronautics papers

An argument that it has negative effects on the industry including background, the Civil Aeronautics Board, aims, economics, types of carriers, commuters and the hub and spoke system.

A history of the regulatory and technical efforts of airport security, including shortcomings and legal and liability issues.

An analysis of the success of the air strategy for Allies according to the Fabyanic model and Clausewitz's nine principles of war.

Examines the economic impact of defense cuts on the aerospace/defense industry, which has a major presence in Southern California.

Discussion of international airline regulations, their enforcement and how these rules have changed over time, exploring significant agencies and events, such as the IATA (International Air Transport Association) and the Chicago Conference of 1942.

A historical overview of the American Volunteer Group which flew aerial operations over China in early WWII, discussing leadership, purpose, successes, controversies, pilots and dissolution.

Examines industry evolution, regulation, causes and prevention of accidents.

An examination of the decision making environment at NASA and surrounding political/financial context, focusing on the Challenger explosion.

A critical analysis of the work on the origins and development of the U.S. space program and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

This paper assesses, from a public policy perspective, Amendment 39.6831 to the Airworthiness Directive for Boeing Model 747.400 Series Airplanes, issued under Part 39, 14 CFR and analyzes public policy development and the implementation of the amendment

This paper examines United States' national security, as it may be affected by the impact on strategic mobility of the deregulation of the transportation industry, emphasizing the air transportation industry and the Civil Air Reserve Fleet.

This paper examines the deregulation of the air transportation industry in the United States: Background, objectives, negative and positive effects on airlines and consumers and the role of Civil Aeronautics Board.

Reviews the current state of Scandinavian Airlines. Develops short and long term goals for the company.

Discusses historical development, economics, federal intervention, role of Civil Aviation Board & President Carter, motivations & effects and U.S. example related to Australia, Canada, others.

Analyzes firm's external environment. Discusses economics, government & legal aspects, market & competitive factors, strategic planning and social environment.

This paper discusses the Airline Deregulation Act of 1978: Governmental and industry price-cutting steps, Civil Aeronautics Board policy, de facto deregulation, historical context, rate structures specific provisions and future impact.

A study of the Airline Pilots Association (ALPA) stranglehold on the American Airline industry.

A discussion about the increased pressure on the aviation industry to develop and implement higher ethical standards since the September 11 tragedies.

A paper which traces the rise and fall of fledgling British airline company, Laker Airways.

An analysis of the Continental Airlines bankruptcy.

This paper examines the effects of the September 11th terrorist attack on employees' employee stock ownership plans in the airlines industry.

An overview and scientific explanation of the different methods of laser propulsion.

A paper which argues the need for airline staff to undergo security screening.

The purpose of this paper is to consider the role of computer simulation models as a tool in the aviation industry.

An examination of the nature and function of visual perception and its role and significance in night flight, focusing on autokinesis (visual illusions).

A technical analysis of the data on the destructive effects of engine exhaust on the stratospheric ozone layer.

An examination of the impact of deregulation, leadership of Herb Kelleher, management strategy and style and finances.

An evaluation of the evolution of roles in war, advantages and disadvantages, tactical and logistical support, enemy responses and losses incurred.

An overview of the airline industry including deregulation, mergers (focusing on Continental & Northwest) and anti-trust issues.

Examines consumer issues, fares, on-time service, ticketing, deregulation, economics; focusing on Southwest Airlines.

Completed research examines organizational theory, group decision making and acceptance of CRM programs by in-flight crews. Examines purpose, effects, problems, training, review of literature, methodology and questionnaire. Includes tables.

Analyzes the feasibility of a firm's plan to focus on moving perishable goods from source to market. Discusses costs, benefits, strategy, industry conditions and technology.

History of the U.S and Soviet efforts, benefits, discoveries, funding, technology and the future. Uses a figure.

Examines obstacles to women advancing in a corporation. Overview and examples ("Delta Air Lines" and "Air France").

Argues that deregulation created major economic, human resource and marketing disruptions in the industry.

Examines reasons for the firm's success, focusing on human resources, employee and union relations.

Examines fractional (shared) ownership, advantages and disadvantages, economics, examples, contracts and promotion.

Applies game theory to airlines' fare-setting. Description of economic & mathematical theory, modeling & strategies, yield management, zero-sum.

Historical overview of the development & use of Zeppelin style airships. Includes 8 appendices detailing plans & pictures of various forms of the Zeppelin.

Background of program & astronauts, economics and contract competition. Examines technology, politics, insurance, including looking at international issues.

Life, parents, education, influences, exploits, heritage of Amer. aviatrix.

Applications in commercial aircraft, effectiveness, purposes, dangers, costs, history, examples, impact on crew and the future.

Threat of terrorism & technological & human methods of detection & prevention. Access control, explosives, x-ray imaging, nuclear techniques, costs and training.

Historical overview of travel & transportation (horses to airliners), tourism, agencies and globalization.

Reviews the history of American Airlines. Topics include history, finances, strengths, weaknesses, threats, & opportunities.

Incidence, problems & solutions of interference of portable electronics (phones, radios) with navigation & communications systems.

Describes & compares airplane makers' large transport aircraft: 777 (Boeing) & A-330/340 (Airbus). Design, capacity, engines, technology, costs, range and safety.

Analyzes positive & negative effects, ethics, bias of media coverage of Titanic, 1992 L.A. riot, 1996 ValuJet crash.

Detailed analysis of the commercial aircraft industry in general & Boeing in particular. Examines product line, competition, customer analysis, objectives, strategies, & marketing programs.

Argues in favor of unionization. Contends airline management teams are detrimental to workers & interest of companies. Presents conceptual arguments. Human resource management.

Case analysis focusing on 64 problems brought about by lack of Project Management. SWOT Analysis. Recommends alternatives to solve problems.

A discussion about the updated ATC Free Flight Program.

A look at the history of transport as divided into four categories - those that travel by wheels, those that travel by rails, those that travel by water, and those that travel by air.

Using American Airlines as an example, a study of workplace diversity in an organization.

A look at the importance of culture to a company or organization, by examining Southwest Airlines.

A study of the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats (SWOT) of the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport with an emphasis on security issues.

A discussion of the challenges of staffing and funding facing these industries today.

A research proposal to analyze Lufthansa Airline's new service concept of extensive cost reductions by means of reducing services being provided to the travelers.

Reviews the pros and cons of airline pilots carrying guns in the cockpit in the event of a terrorist situation.

A look at anti-terror steps and policy taken by the U.S. government following the September 11th terror attacks.

A discussion of how the September 11th "Attack on America" has affected the economy and business strategies of the airline industry.

This paper investigates the cause of the crash of an American military plane in Ganders, Newfoundland in 1985.

A study of transportation issues from a broader perspective, and the need to apply macroeconomic principles.

An essay on the first successful airplane flight by the Wright brothers.

An examination of the side effect of flying - jet lag and medical problems caused by it.

An examination of this new technology, its advantages over the older traditional cockpit and what the future holds.

A study of the organizational behaviorism of The Boeing Company.

A discussion on whether the recent implementation of flight restrictions following the Sept 11th attacks are constitutional.

A discussion of transportation in the past and present and how it affects and is effected by technology and society.

A description of yield management and how it is applied to the aviation industry.

A discussion on the multitude of interconnected issues of airline pricing.

This paper takes a look at labor disputes in connection with air travel.

An analysis of the effects of extra security expenditure and security measures on airlines.

A technical study of ACARS - Aircraft Communication Addressing and Reporting System.

A paper which introduces the Pitts Special aircraft.

This paper introduces and discusses the Pitts S-2B aircraft, and the history of the company that manufactures this aircraft, along with the inventor, Curtis H. Pitts.

This paper focuses on the history, growth and expansion of Singapore International Airlines (SIA).

This paper explores some of the different applications of calculus to the field of aerodynamics.

Short story about a serious plane crash and the events after and before.

This paper examines the amount of airplane accidents that get covered in the media versus the number of the airplane accidents that actually happen.

A paper which describes the use of artificial intelligent systems in the cockpit.

A discussion of drug use in the aviation workplace and how to solve this widespread problem.

An analysis of safety issues surrounding air travel.

A study into the security measurements taken by Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) Airport after September 11th.

This paper looks at changes in airport security since the September 11th terrorist attacks.

A study of the F-16 fighter jet.

This paper studies the past and future use of boron composite structures in aviation.

An analysis of the express mail industry, with a focus on the Airborne Freight company.

This paper is an examination of the effects a technological disaster such as an airplane accidents has on our lives and the world around us.

This paper takes a look at the FAA and its role before and after the Sept 11th attacks

Paper looking at the new safety in airports and on airplanes.

The paper discusses air rage to determine the causes and possible solutions to the problem. It also discusses the recent World Trade Center and Pentagon bombings and determines how that may affect air rage.

A look at the American Airlines as an example of the use of financial and operational strategies.

An analysis of the airline industry and the best way to manage an airline for profit.

A look at the history of fighting aircraft fires, and the development and testing of a mobile fire simulator. Includes illustrations.