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JetBlue didn’t realize how serious the problem was or that it would span over the next five days. All issues which impacted the companies operation and income. The company empowered its employees to make decision concerning operations and ability to cancel when necessary. An excerpt from JetBlue’s 2007 Environmental and Social Responsibility Report: “we were negatively impacted by an ice storm that hit the New York metropolitan area and caused the cancellation of about 1,200 flights over a…

Abstract The Tenerife disaster serves as a classic example of how small seemingly benign errors can produce horrific consequences. There exists a frailty between psychological factors such as situational awareness, communication or crew resource management that if not understood or followed can begin a domino effect of epic proportions. This paper summarizes the contributing factors involved in a collision at the Los Rodeos airport between two 747 jumbo jets in March 1977 killing 583 people.…

Jet fuel consists of about 30% to 40% of an airline's expenses, giving good reason to do everything they can to try to increase the efficiency of their fleet. There are many factors that go into how much fuel each plane uses. since a plane uses more fuel during takeoff and climb, the climb is a bigger part of a short flight vs. a longer flight where it will be at cruising altitude longer. It takes fuel to carry fuel and a 747 filled to the max with over 6500 gallons of fuel weighing 6.8 lbs…

ETHICS IN AVIATION INDUSTRY What is ethics? Ethics is study of moral issues. It is a system or code of morals of an entity, whether individual or organization. Ethics should not be confused with legal issues Author Bruce Weinstein describes the five principles of ethics: Do no harm, make things better, respect others, be fair, and be loving. Ethical decisions include privacy, confidentiality, honesty, and fairness. The actions we should take encompass taking responsibility, meeting obligations,…

The operations consists of airfield technicians, maintenance technicians, and facilities technicians. These bodies actually serve the customers, both the airlines and passengers. The airfield technicians make sure the runways and taxiways are to the standards set by the Federal Aviation Administration. Without doing this, the airport can yield extremely serious fines or reprimands. These can be as extreme as shutting the airport down until further notice or until the issue is properly…

As noted by the Boca Raton Airport Authority, “Boca Raton Airport is publicly-owned by the State of Florida and is designated as a general aviation transport facility. It is located on 214 acres in Boca Raton off of I-95 between Spanish River Boulevard and Glades Road” (para. 5-8). As John M. Bryson explains, we engage in strategic planning “… in the United States and elsewhere … to help public and nonprofit organizations create public value” (kindle file). Bryson furthermore explains, “…

A380-A business disaster in aviation world As the world 's largest passenger aircraft, Airbus A380 is considered the pinnacle of large passenger aircraft. This double-deck, four-engine jumbo jet boasts a host of luxurious amenities: suites, bar, gym, and showers. As Tesla in the consumer caused by the desire, many people also want to try the A380 this air giant. Airbus Chief Financial Officer Harald Wihelm said in London that the Airbus A380 is expected to maintain its break-even balance in 2015…

1) Introduction (1 mark) - The management and operation of Changi airport - Its important role in Singapore economic development Changi management consists of a team that manages the operational needs of Changi Airport and the roles include ensuring effective operations, establishing robust safety and security measures, creating state-of-the-art facilities, providing delightful customer service and promoting innovative events in close partnership with various airport agencies and airlines.…

I was working a midnight shift at the entry control point with my partner on Security 12, patrolling the F-4 ramp, conducting a 100 percent hands-on “Restricted Area Badge” check. Anyone requiring access to any restricted area had to display the proper credentials prior to gaining access. During random points in our shift we were directed to conduct checks to ensure only authorized personnel gained access to these areas. After conducting checks for thirty minutes, my partner and I headed…

“One hires the best consultants on airfield layout, noise impacts, terminal layout, on-site roadways, off-site roadways, cost estimating, financial analysis, and forecasting,” observed DIA administrator Gail Edmond. “They brainstorm and generate as many alternate layouts as possible.” Alternatives were discussed and eliminated at periodic joint working sessions, and a technical subcommittee was organized to gather input from the eventual airport users, airlines, pilots, and the FAA. “Everybody…