Abstract This aper traces the history of the airport congestion at La Guardia Airport, explores its causes and discusses recommendations on how to overcome airline delays.
Abstract This looks at the idea of aircraft failure through human error, aircraft maintenance and also the effects of training has on cabin crew and ground staff. The paper uses information from the NTSB concerning pilot error and looks at how certain aspects of human error have attributed to accidents with the air industry.
Abstract This paper is about the revolution of air power in the US. From biplanes and jets to precision guided munitions and finally venturing into space for warfare, the air power worldwide has gone through rapid change and development. Through the World, Korean, Vietnam and Gulf Wars, the US air power has evolved, incorporating the developments around the globe and working on its own to fight the enemy's moral force.
Abstract This paper looks at the story of the Wright Brothers? invention of the airplane. It shows how Orville and Wilbur, who operated a bicycle store and printing shop in Ohio, made history by developing the first successful plane in the early years of the 20th century. It examines how, although geniuses like Leonardo da Vinci might have drafted some of the first potential flying machines and many aspiring aviators contributed to an understanding of aerodynamics, it was the Wright Brothers who combined theory and engineering with persistent effort. It analyzes their impact on the career decision of the author.
From the Paper "Orville and Wilbur Wright demonstrated incredible tenacity, for their work was met with a series of setbacks. They not only struggled to get their machines off the ground, but they also grappled with patent laws. I hope to not only use the example of their success, but also of their ability to move beyond failure, to inspire and direct my personal efforts in this field. Wilbur Wright once predicted ?that men would sometime fly, but that it would not be within our lifetime,? (Geibert & Nolan, 39). In spite of early engineering setbacks, the brothers went on to prove that flying would be more than just a dream by the early 20th century."
A look at the business environment within which British Airways (BA) operates and how this environment has changed over the last 5 years using PEST analysis.
Abstract This paper examines how, today, airlines have formed global alliances that also allow them benefit from each other's resources, such as additional routes and marketing strategies, as well as code-sharing agreements without incurring the high costs of expansion. It examines the advantages of this by analyzing the alliances, business strategy, and environment of British Airways in relation to other companies such as Ryan Air and Air France.
Outline
The Operations of BA, Air France and Ryanair
BA Marketing Strategies (Segmentation, Targeting and Positioning)
Marketing Mix Comparison, BA, Air France and Ryanair
Critical Success Factors for BA and How These Have Changed Over the Last Five Years
BA's Response to Ryanair
From the Paper "With a dominant position at London's Heathrow, Europe's busiest airport, BA enjoys a powerful franchise. But, BA's cost-cutting, downsizing strategy has caused it to lose its leadership position in both the European and global markets. Many believe it may become a take over target when an expected easing of the regulatory environment makes a radical consolidation of the European industry easier. Air France and Lufthansa are now outperforming BA in what could be a long-term battle to be one of Europe's two or three surviving major airlines. Under former CEO Ayling, it did little to draw customers and seemed not to bother promoting economy-class business--as if its position at Heathrow left passengers with few alternatives. BA has suffered particularly from competition on its U.S. routes, where it makes most of its money."
Tags: heathrow, air, france, ryanair, europe, franchise
Abstract This paper looks at the early history of the airplane, what innovations have been made since its conception, mistakes made as airplanes evolved, and what possible changes will be made in the airline industry in the future. This information is evaluated with regard to the impact airplanes have had on transportation and the transportation industry.
From the Paper "At the end of the 1800?s, several people were trying invent the airplane. In 1891, German engineer Otto Lilienthal started to experiment with hang gliders. He based his experiments on the conceptions of Sir George Cayley, who had extensively studied birds and their flight almost a hundred years earlier (invention.psychology.msstate.edu/). Cayley discovered ?the lift function and the thrust function of bird wings were separate and distinct, and could be imitated by different systems on a fixed-wing craft (invention.psychology.msstate.edu/).? Lilienthal dealt with a fixed-wing glider at first, instead of a complete airplane. He made airline invention a respectable concept since he was a noted engineer. Prior to his involvement, inventors of airplanes were looked upon as crackpots and wild-eyed dreamers."
Abstract This paper explains that, while many people contributed to the birth of aviation in America, most of them are known to the public. Henry Ford also made a significant contribution, and the paper pays tribute to this. The writer shows how Ford laid many of the building blocks required for commercial aviation as we know them today: communication links, runways, airports, and finally, the all-metal aircraft with the Ford Tri-motor. The Ford Tri-motor became one of the world's first successful passenger airliners.
From the Paper "The Ford Tri-motor planes were produced during the 1920's and the 1930?s. At that time, they were for a wide variety purposes. William B. Stout, an engineer and also a very bold and daring salesman scouted and reviewed designs for aircraft engines. He, however, required funding and approached many of the leading businessmen like Ford and Edsel. He managed to collect $20,000 to start the aircraft project. The Stout Metal Airplane Company developed the first Tri-motor airplane in the early 1925. The first model was known as the 2-AT Pullman and was a single engine plane. Ford acquired the Stout Metal Airplane Company in August 1925 and subsequently designed the 3-AT, which was not a successful plane."
Abstract Discusses Southwest Airlines, company profitability, its e-business site, how it has the best domestic on-time record, the decision of Southwest not to cut flights or personnel after 9/11, the company philosophy, American West, problems after 9/11, and irregular operations.
From the Paper "Southwest Airlines began service in 1971, and has grown to become the fourth largest domestic U. S. airline, flying to 58 cities in 30 states (Southwest.com). Based in Dallas, it operates more than 2,700 flights a day with a fleet of Boeing 737s, and has..."
Abstract This paper discusses the topic of the use of computers in space science. Specifically, it looks at the roles computers have in current space technology and how they have effected the lives of everyone in the world. It shows how, before large-scale computing was developed, the technologies necessary to design, build, and maintain a space program simply did not exist and how computers have made it possible to explore the moon, stars, and beyond. It also looks at how computer technologies used in space have also created a vast wealth of technologies that have trickled down into everyday living, which include virtual reality technology, advanced computer keyboards, customer service software, and database management systems.
From the Paper "Computers play an integral role in the science of space, and without them most of modern space exploration would not be possible. As the NASA report, "Computers at NASA" states, "Since the 1950?s, the computer has been the main tool that has enabled scientists and engineers to visualize the next frontier and then make it a reality" (NASA). NASA employs literally thousands of computers throughout the world to monitor, design, and assimilate space technologies, from the space shuttle, to numerous satellites in orbit around Earth and the various deep space exploration missions. NASA owns the fastest supercomputer in the world -- the Cray Y-MP C90, located at NASA's Ames Research Center, Mountain View, Calif., and the Cray is just one of many supercomputers online at NASA. "
Abstract This paper explains that John Glenn was a much-decorated World War II and the Korean War soldier and combat pilot, a test pilot, the first American to go into orbit, a successful corporate executive, and a four-time elected senator. The author points out that, despite the astonishing range of his achievements, John is a down-to-earth guy and a family man, who has lived a very normal life. The paper concludes that Glenn's unique legacy consists of the best of small town values, encompassing devotion, courage, integrity, and honor that will remain a source of powerful inspiration in an age when such qualities are very rarely found.
Table of Contents
Birth
Childhood/ Education
Adulthood/Career
Legacy
From the Paper "In the wake of Japan's attack on the Pearl Harbor in 1942, Glenn joined the Naval Aviation Cadet Program and became a Marine pilot. He flew 59 combat missions in the South Pacific during Word War II (1939-45) and another 63 missions during the Korean War (1950-53), having specifically asked to be assigned combat duty. For his record total of 149 successful missions during the two wars, he was decorated a number of times, and received the Distinguished Flying Cross six times."
Abstract This paper explains that American Airlines has always been one step ahead in its marketing and gimmick techniques. It mentions that American Airlines was the first airline to offer a VIP lounge service and discusses the VIP AAdvantage service in detail.
From the Paper "Originally the aviation industry had very few strong advocates, and C.R. Smith wanted to do something to show his appreciation, so he created the "Admirals" Club? which was for those individuals and friends of the airline that he called "Admirals". Not long after, other airlines followed suit, and nowadays the Admirals? Club allows membership for anyone over the age of 18 and varying on their frequent flyer, AAdvantage status."
Abstract This paper discusses that German aircraft began consistently bombing England, thus changing the way war was fought. The author points out that, in 1911, although America had what was considered the world's first air force, it only consisted of one plane and one pilot. The paper relates that, at the beginning, airplanes shot at each other with rifles; the addition of machine guns mounted on the topmost wing added another dimension.
From the Paper "Airwar offered the hope of ending this nonproductive ground battles by carrying the offensive to the enemy territory. Aircraft could readily cross the lines of trenches and hit Germany's vital centers, including their industry, population, and military forces. aircraft could strike targets that would have a significant effect on the fielded armies, their supplies and armaments. This helped improve morale as well as push the Allies closer to an eventual win."
Abstract This paper presents a thorough explanation of the origins and development of the word "pilot".
From the Paper "A word predating aviation potentially by thousands of years, "pilot" currently connotes the operator of an aircraft. For example, the American Heritage Dictionary defines pilot as ?one who operates or is licensed to operate an aircraft in flight.? All modern English dictionaries, from the Oxford English to the Merriam-Webster to the Gage Canadian, cite aircraft in the first and primary definition of the word pilot, at least in its form as a noun. Pilot is most commonly used as a noun, to denote a person who operates a craft; when the word is used as a transitive verb its meaning tends to be more general. Like many words in the English language, pilot can be traced to more than one linguistic origin: its closest relative seems to be the French word ?pilote,? which itself derives from the Italian word ?pilota.? "
Abstract This report focuses on how newer, smaller, and more technologically advanced airlines like JetBlue are fulfilling their mission in providing outstanding customer service. Weaknesses in the airline industry have become more than apparent. Moving into the 21st century, commercial aviation has been in a steady decline. The paper shows that the major airlines might have felt as though the new, low-cost carriers were just a passing fad and that, by comparison, the major airlines would continue to offer a superior service. The papers shows, however, that smaller carriers such as JetBlue have demonstrated that they can operate more efficiently and be more cost-effective by having the latest technology in their business model, information and infrastructure systems, airplanes, and terminals.
From the Paper "Furthermore, convenience has been declining of late; congestion and flight delays reached record levels before September 11, and the additional security measures now in place have added further difficulties for travelers.? (Costa, Harned, & Lundquist, 2002) Through all of the current turmoil in the industry, smaller commercial carriers have become the epitome of success. Southwest and JetBlue for example have been consistently turning a profit and consumers have confirmed their support for the brand names."
Abstract This paper explains that Northwest's mission and vision statements call for a very high standard of service that the company does not always deliver. The author points out that Northwest partially owns the travel site, Orbitz.com, and should consider making agreements with other online ticket agents. The paper states that Northwest still has a long way to go to compete with low-cost airlines, but, with effective management, it could become the world's largest low-cost carrier.
Table of Contents
Vision Statement
Mission Statement
Run a Great Airline
Put Customers First
Focus on People
Build our Network
Secure our Future
Labor Costs
Changes at Northwest
Managerial Indecision
Northwest on the Internet
Competing with Low-Cost Carriers
Conclusion
From the Paper "One factor contributing towards Northwest's success compared to other major air carriers is that they started planning to reduce costs and increase revenue over six months prior to the attacks of September 11, 2001. The plan prior to the September 11th focused on changing the flying schedule and fleet composition, a 5 percent decrease in overall management payroll, cutting advertising, and also management training (Northwest Airlines outlines). These cuts did make it easier for Northwest to endure the economic aftermath of September 11th, but some of them seem to be counter productive. Cutting advertising costs is a short term solution designed to produce immediate results. Increasing advertising spending could increase revenue by millions."
