Abstract
The paper examines the implications for a U.S. naval strategy that would arise from the development of a Chinese aircraft carrier over the course of the next ten or twenty years. The paper shows how obviously, the development of such a powerful naval platform would have far-reaching strategic implications for China, its immediate neighbors, as well as the United States.

From the Paper
"There has been increased speculation in recent years that the Chinese government will begin the earnest development of an aircraft carrier fleet for use throughout the Pacific and Indian Ocean regions. Obviously the development of such a powerful naval platform would have far-reaching strategic implications for China, its immediate neighbors, as well as the United States. If the Chinese government is successful in producing a viable aircraft carrier--or perhaps a fleet of them--it is important that the United States in particular consider how such a development would..."

Tags:china, aircraft, carrier

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The writer provides a trip report about inspections at three less than truckload carrier facilities. In this article, the writer discusses audits and observations undertaken during a facility visit to the Tipton California site and two less than truckload LTL carriers West Star Trucking in Commerce California and two Acevedo Trucking LTL sites at Carson and Hayward California.

From the Paper
"The purpose of this report is to identify results from audits and observations undertaken during a facility visit to the Tipton California site and two less than truckload LTL carriers West Star Trucking in Commerce California and two Acevedo Trucking LTL sites at Carson and Hayward California. Generally it should be noted that the LTL carrier sector of the trucking industry is characterized by overcapacity and weak demand indicating possible opportunities for significant price reductions for selected services. The report first ..."

Tags:less than truck load carriers, inspection, report

Abstract
This work seeks to examine genetic testing in the light of the potential contribution of genetic testing specifically in the area of forensic testing, predictive testing and carrier testing. The paper first defines genetic testing and then discusses its goals. The paper then looks at the potential benefits that can be gained from using genetic testing.

Table of Contents:
Introduction
Genetic Testing Defined
Use Of Genetic Screening
Guidelines For Genetic Testing
Mitochondrial DNA Sequencing
Forensics Genetic Testing
Summary And Conclusion

From the Paper
"Genetic testing applications offer great potential in today's society from early detection of disease, to exonerating the wrongfully accused, to identifying criminals that otherwise would have gone on to other commission of crimes, to paternity testing and the new possibility of correction of genetic abnormalities and this is only to list a few. Genetic testing has opened doors for scientific, medical health and prevention, and social advances in quality of life as well as water and food quality measures. Genetic testing is greatly beneficial in today's society."

Tags:DNA, disease, screening

Abstract
This case study looks at the impact of Chapter 11 protections on the airlines requesting the protection and also at the financial impact on the overall airline industry. The writer discusses Chapter 11-bankruptcy protection that has been seen as a lifeline for companies on the verge of total financial collapse. The writer explains that the protection given by U.S. Constitution allows companies another chance to reorganize while being protected from meeting normal financial and operating obligations.

Outline:
Statement of Problem: Issues to be studied
Background
Bankruptcy
Types of Bankruptcy
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Other Types of Bankruptcy
Pre Deregulation Days Practices
Deregulation of Airline Industry in USA
Impact of Deregulation
Analysis
Post 9/11 Crises and their Impact on Air Travel Industry
Chapter 11 Protection Role in Supporting Sick Airlines
Assessment of Chapter 11 Protection on Airlines Industry
Related Issues
Discussions & Conclusions
Bibliography

From the Paper
"The word bankruptcy comes from Latin 'bancus ruptus' which means broken bench. The roman custom allowed the creditors to smash the trading counter of the debtors to vent their anger. In 17th century England the debt defaulters were treated as criminals and thrown in the dungeons or given a death sentence. The punishment under the modern laws is not so hard and both debtors and creditors have rights under the bankruptcy proceedings.
In United States bankruptcy is a federal subject. States are not allowed to regulate the bankruptcy although they can make rules for debtor-creditor relationship. Bankruptcy law is contained in 'Title 11 of the United States Code'. It allows a debtor in financial problems to equitably divide his assets among the creditors. The 'straight bankruptcies' or liquidations distribute available assets among the creditors and release the debtors of any further obligations, even if the debts are not paid in full."

Tags:airline, deregulation, cost, finances

Abstract
This essay will argue for the influence of the aircraft carrier during World War II and discover why this form of Naval craft was so useful for strategic purposes for naval warfare. The elements of the ship's usage will be explained, along with an overview of how the ship was used to help win the Great War. By relating all of these factors, a better understanding of naval history will prove how it's invention was essential to the history of strategy on the seas. By studying some of tactics that the British, Japanese, and Americans used during the Second World War, a clear understanding of the aircraft carrier as a strategic weapon can be made.

Abstract
In this paper, the writer examines whether low cost carriers in Europe will still be profitable in the future or if upcoming new trends, laws or other restrictions will make the demand for low cost carriers decrease. The writer first presents significant literature which is related to the airline industry with an emphasis on low cost carriers in terms of performance and profitability. The writer then analyzes the performance of European low cost carriers in the past and predicts possible outcomes or signs which could lead to a change. Further, the writer provides realistic recommendations to academia and the airline and tourism industry in order to examine whether the concept of low cost carriers still fits in the present time. This study concludes that the low-cost carrier industry in Europe has not yet realized its full potential and that this industry is one that can expect growth and sustainability in the years to come.


Table of Contents:
Abstract
Chapter One
Purpose of the Study
Objectives of the Study
Background of the Study
Low Cost Carriers: Characteristics
Chapter Two
Literature Review
Chapter Three
Findings of the Study
Conclusions
Recommendations
Bibliography

From the Paper
"Benefits and positive impacts of low-cost carriers are stated to include: 1. Regional airports become autonomous and viable against downward economic trends and the attitude of airline monopolies and national carriers, who have deserted these airports without any further consideration: Underused airports can be used again which, in turn, leads to a reduction of air congestion (air traffic is no longer concentrated on major hubs) and an improvement of air safety; 2. Dependence on national carriers can be avoided: low-cost carriers challenge the monopolies of big national companies and competitiveness increases; 3. Peripheral regions can find solutions to their isolation: low-cost airlines contribute to the setting up of a new concept of transport that permits accessibility to many regions in Europe, including rural and peripheral areas; 4. The use of aircrafts is no longer the privilege of a few ... "

Tags:aircraft, flight, operators, service, savings

Abstract
This paper considers the case of Ocean Carriers, a company weighing whether to fund a new vessel. The paper answers provided questions and explains the answers with finance and accounting principles drawn from the provided case study reading. The paper concludes that the company should only fund the new vessel in certain cases, as determined by economic and industry conditions.

From the Paper
"Do you expect daily spot hire rates to increase or decrease next year? According to Exhibit 5, the daily spot rate is related to the average charter rate as in the scatter plot below (with the year 2000 indicated as the outlier.) Since there is an expected delivery of 63 vessels in the year 2001, the resulting increase in supply and change in price from year 2000 should bring the spot rate closer in line with historical trends. Therefore, with..."

Tags:business, finance, accounting

Abstract
This paper is about Egypt Air and covers the airline's background, problems and opportunities for improvement. The airline's role in promoting tourism is also explored. Additionally, the paper offers a proposed solution to the carrier's current problems.

From the Paper
"According to the Egypt Air official website, Egypt Air is one of the pioneer airlines in the world. It was established in May... and has become the seventh carrier to be established in the world. (August) Egypt Air commenced commercial operation with a Spartan cruiser from Cairo to Alexandria. During the Second World War the Egyptian government took over the airline. The name was changed again to MisrAir. MisrAir merged with Syrian Airlines forming a new identity called United Arab Airlines."

Tags:business dynamics, egypt air, domestic carrier, problem statement, annual benefits

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This paper attempts to explain how Delta Airlines has made a successful transition from being another American-based carrier focused purely on efficiency to one concentrating on customer satisfaction and customer retention. The paper looks at how Delta Airlines has accomplished this through a combination of process-based, technologically-based and strategy-based initiatives that has led to their achieving customer centricity in their organizations. Suggestions are provided for how Delta Airlines can become more customer-centric and the paper also explains how lasting change can be made within Delta's ongoing marketing strategies through strong leadership.

Outline:
Introduction
Assessing Delta Airlines Customer Centricity
Change for Greater Customer Centricity at Delta Airlines
Driving Change and Leadership in Customer Centricity

From the Paper
"Of all domestic air carriers in the U.S., Delta Airlines continues to lead competitors in the areas of integrating Web-based and mobile technologies to give its customers an opportunity to interact with the company how they choose to. Delta's use of mobile-based check-ins, increasing reliance on their website for processing upgrades, seating assignments and managing special dietary needs illustrate how the company is successfully using Web-based, mobile-based and social networking applications to be more customer centric than competitors. The collection of technologies known as Web 2.0 are forming the foundation of social networking applications that seek to create more collaborative relationships with customers (Bernoff, Li, 2008). Appendix A of this document provides an overview of social networking applications."

Tags:satisfaction, retention, air, carriers

Abstract
Violence is a dominant theme in Roch Carrier's "La Guerre, Yes Sir!". Carrier presents his readers with various kinds of violence including personal, parental, sexual, and cultural. This essay will briefly consider the various types of violence Carrier explores, responding to Nancy Bailey's argument that "La Guerre, Yes Sir!" portrays the victory of life over death.

From the Paper
"From the first page of Carrier's novel, the reader is confronted with violence. We read that Joseph, in order to escape the war, has cut off one of his hands. The axe "crashed down between the wrist and the hand, which leap into the snow and was slowly drowned in his blood" (Carrier 8). This act of personal violence - violence committed against the self - is not without certain, and perhaps unforeseen, benefits. "The cloudy window separating [Joseph] from life gradually became very clear, transparent" (8). With this sentence, Carrier initiates a significant theme in his book: violence and death help one to understand and to feel life potently. Nancey Bailey notes that "the strange, stimulating presence of death [is] a means to authentic existence in life itself" (1). "

Tags:Nancy, Bailey, Joseph, Molly, Berube