Essays and Research Papers on Air & Aviation

5 pages. United Airlines' filing of bankruptcy has created a ripple effect, not only concerning the airlines itself but of the entire business world and consumer base also. The difference between Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 bankruptcy is explained in this paper as well as why United chose to go the way they did. ...

This 6 page report discusses the ways in which the introduction of airplanes to military applications and war changed the entire face of war -- from strategy to implementation. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

An 8 page discussion of the factors which enter into cockpit design. This paper reviews the aeronautical industry to contend that ergonomics are a growing concern or such design. An ergonomically designed cockpit can reduce or eliminate a variety of pilot errors as can consistency between a manufacturers various models. Bibliography lists ...

This 5 page paper looks at both LAAS and WAAS technology to improve the current airspace system. Some history in respect improving the system is touched on. Details of the specific systems are explored. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3-page paper is a list of questions that might be on a survey for licensed pilots and how they view their flight experiences on commercial airlines. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3-page paper compares financial information between Southwest Airlines and United Airlines (and its shuttle). Also discussed are the different models by which these two carriers operate. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 7 page paper provides an analysis of the 2000 disaster that occurred when an Air France Concorde jet crashed in Paris. Total Quality Management (TQM) as a model is explored in depth. Had TQM been implemented, the disaster might not have occurred. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This is a 9 page paper discussing Northwest Airlines in regards to the airline industry and the environmental economic impact on the industry since September 11, 2001 and the recent war in Iraq. Northwest Airlines is the fourth largest airline in the world with over 1,500 daily departures and its effective alliance with KLM Royal ...

This 6 page paper provides an overview of the Defense Budget Cuts in 2003 with particular attention to the building of the Raptor. Should a less costly version be built? This is the crux of the issue in this analysis that compares the F-22 to the F-35 designs. Annotated bibliography lists 6 sources. ...

An 11 page paper discussing the marketing base of NetJets, a fractional ownership airline company. NetJets uses a time-share concept to sell interest in corporate-sized jets, enabling the purchase of as little as one-eighth ownership rather than bearing the total cost of purchase, maintenance and operation. It is the leading competitor in its ...

This 6 page report discusses the airline industry and the relationship between four airlines -- Delta, Southwest, Northwest, and Continental Airlines -- and the unions representing their employees. Current issues and concerns related to union representation and labor negotiations with these airlines are presented. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 4 page paper discussing many of the differences in the US Airways of 2000 and that of the regional leader that emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in 2003. US Airways’ new regional strategy enables it to focus on sound, solid operations that can lead to growth in the more definite terms of ...

This 3-page paper analyzes marketing strategies (through the 4 Ps) of Qantas and Ansett airlines prior to the entrance of Virgin Blue and Impulse Airlines. Also discussed is the Australian aviation industry. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3-page paper discusses the challenges inherent in using computer-based training (CBT) in training airline pilots. The paper offers a review of existing literature on both the topics of training airlines pilots and CBT in general. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 6 page paper explores the problem of human error for pilots. Several issues are discussed including hypoxia, disorientation and situational awareness. Solutions are discussed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 6 page paper assessing whether airline mechanics are pricing themselves beyond the ability of airlines to pay them. Labor unions typically are in the business of preserving themselves and building membership so that they can increase revenues that come in the form of member dues. It is to their benefit to increase ...

This 6 page paper considers what type of information an airline would need, how this will should interconnect and how a system may be developed to handle these needs. The bibliography cites 10 sources.

A 10 page paper discussing strategy at Ryanair, a young airline based in Ireland. It has been operating according to the no-frills business model inspired by Southwest Airlines, but has come to the point that it needs to make some decisions about its future. The purpose here is to analyze what has influenced ...

A 3 page paper discussing some of the “secrets” of Southwest Airlines’ success, including its unique position as consistent winner of the “triple crown” of aviation that includes best ontime performance, fewest baggage complaints and greatest customer satisfaction. Southwest Airlines still remains the one that other carriers want to emulate. The old, established ...

This 13 page paper, including a two page annotated bibliography, looks at the influences on prices within the airline industry, The paper includes explanations of price theory and the impact of supply and demand and the different influences of on supply and demand. These are then applied to the airline industry and ticket prices. Examples ...

This 12 page paper explores the different types of risks that may be faced by an airline. These include physical threats as well as virtual or intangible threats, such as computer viruses and assessing the level and severity of the threat. The paper also includes consideration of the reliance placed on suppliers. The bibliography cites ...

A 5 page paper discussing the growth of private jet ownership on a timeshare basis and marketing considerations based on the 4 Ps of marketing. The paper concludes that fractional ownership may never be a huge industry, but it can be a profitable one for those already competing within it. At minimum, it ...

A 12 page discussion of the importance of airline safety. Two problems of paramount importance are identified: The terrorism threat and faulty mechanics. The recommendation is made that stricter identification and screening protocol be implemented as well as policies requiring immediate attention to mechanical problems as they are discovered. Maintenance extensions ...

A 7 page paper discussing the approaches that American Airlines is taking in marketing itself in early 2004. Long-haul carriers still have not fully recovered from the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks and the recession that followed, and American Airlines maintains some attractive offers. Most offers are attractive only to rather narrow market ...

A 10 page paper assessing the state of business class air travel in 2004. After dramatic decline during the early years of the new century, business travel appears to be recovering. Most airlines focused on the higher-profit business customer prior to 2000, but certainly not in the manner they are courting him in ...