Airport

Topic: Sustainability-O’Hare Modernization Program The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) created the Sustainable Airport Manual (SAM) to ensure sustainability in the areas like design, construction, planning etc. SAM is often seen as a guidebook by several other airports around the world to build and operate environment friendly airport. SAM in case of O’Hare incorporates keeping construction waste out of landfills, soil reuse, install green roofs etc. The major points covered by SAM is as…

3:1 TurboProp Engines: A turboprop is a variation of a Jet Engine which has been optimised to drive a propeller instead of a Fan blade. Aircraft’s that are fitted with a TurboProp engine are very efficient at lower airspeeds, Burn less fuel per Nautical Mile an requirer shorter distances for take off and landings. Common among many small charter airlines and freight companies is the use of turboprop engines rather than turbine or turbofan engines mainly due to the reduced costs associated with…

It was regular ordinary day, as I sat in my seat with my seat belt fastened and the wheels of the plane just about to lift it to take off to Nairobi, Kenya. The pilot announces that the flight will be 3 hours from Ethiopia to Kenya. The plane’ s engines roar like a lion and were about to take-off VRUMMMMM!! We took off and I could not wait to get to Kenya already it was like another life and adventure was awaiting me. The seat was very comfortable and we were already 1 hour into the flight and…

As a Journeyman my main focus was to build my skills into becoming a competent craftsman. I was skilled in removing, installing, preforming operational checks, and repairs on avionics systems and line replaceable units with minimal to no supervision. I could diagnose malfunctions using technical orders, schematics, wiring diagrams, integrated test systems and other test equipment. With my advance knowledge and capabilities I was able to maintain 24 hour alert readiness status on 10 assigned…

We arrived in Tralee at 10:48am. Tralee is the biggest town in North Kerry. From my short observations of the other towns was had driven through, Tralee felt more urban than any other town I had seen. However, my first view of Siamsa Tíre made me feel like I had gone back in time. The theatre had stone towers and was encircled by a stone wall. The whole facility was beautifully situated with a dramatic view of the Slieve Mish Mountains behind it. We were warmly welcomed by the artistic…

Running head-HISTORY OF LIGHT AIRFIELD REPAIR PACKAGE 1 History of Light Airfield Repair Package and how it is used in the Military Arnold O. Gerodias Engineer Senior Leaders Course 22 February 2016  Abstract The United States Army has assets that contribute greatly to the mission of Airfield Seizure. A method used for Airfield Seizure is Forcible-Entry. One of Forcible-Entry task is Rapid Runway Repair by using Light Airfield…

14CFR Part 91 explains and outlines the requirements for a 100 hour inspection and an annual inspection. The difference between each inspection is that one must be performed after 100 flight hours and the other must be done at the end of 12 calendar months. The details of both inspections are all listed in 14CFR Part 43. Each A&P mechanic may come up with their own checklist on the items required for that inspection, but they must still contain everything listed by the rule book. For the sake of…

Whip Whitaker might well have chosen to enclose himself in a motel room and drink to death, as Nicolas Cage did in Leaving Las Vegas. But instead chooses to go ahead put on his uniform as captain and take command of the aircraft and endanger the lives of his passengers and crew members. Was Whitaker's alcoholism what caused the crash? No. Was it irresponsible of him to have gotten on that plane highly intoxicated with alcohol and drugs? Yes. That is why the heroic determination with which he…

Introduction This paper is an individual report, it includes a background of airline industry and why is quality important in this industry. It also includes a background of a chosen organization which is Etihad and their quality mission. The paper will also clarify the objective of the study and the methods used for collecting data and it also shows key quality process. Last but not least the paper will include a conclusion and a summary of the case study and a recommendation for the workflow…

INTRODUCTION: India is one of the developing countries in the world. Aviation in India is one of the major economic factors, and aviation industry is enormously growing day by day. Many airlines operate their functions and services in India among them IndiGo is one the best developing carrier which provides it services on-time based and is very particular with its timing and services. IndiGo is a low cost carrier providing low fares and on-time performance. It provides various services with…