Tearing Us Apart

The Boeing 737 is a short-to medium –range twinjet narrow-body airliner. Basically designed and developed as a shorter, lower-cost twin engine aircraft, modified from Boeings 707 and 727, the 737 has developed into a family of nine passenger aircrafts with occupancy of 85 to 215 passengers. It is the Boeings one and only narrow-body airliner is production, with the -700, -800 and 900 ER variants currently being built and supplying. A reengineered, re engine version, the 737 max is set to fly in…

Currently the world witnesses a very dynamic, aircraft manufacturing industry, which invests billions and billions in its projects, due to tough market competitors. In order to achieve their goal and objectives, any project requires an efficient management. However, due to a diversity of issues, goals are not always achieved nor targets are met. During the 21st century, the aircraft manufacturing industry was leaded in the world by two major’s commercial jet manufacturers, namely Boeing and…

According to the encyclopedia, the airline industry is “the business of transporting paying passengers and freight by air along regularly scheduled routes, typically by airplanes but also by helicopter.” (Airline, 2016). The airline industry is constantly growing and is central to the expansion of other industries taking place (The Airline Industry, 2016). It is a major industry that many people rely on. The recent changes in the airline industry have greatly impacted our economy and our…

Seth and Wells (2011) describe a commercial services airport as, “those airports that accommodate scheduled air carrier service, provided by the world’s certificated air carriers” (pg. 12). These are the types of airports the traveling public usually thinks of when an airport is mentioned. Big name airlines fly from these airports, these types of airports are notorious for long lines, security procedures, and flight delays. The primary role of commercial services airports are to safely and…

Emirates was started in 1985 with two aircrafts leased from Pakistan International Airport and start-up capital of $10 million. Two years later, the aircraft that the company first bought was delivered to Dubai. The company continued on a growth trajectory even in 1990 when the political situation in the region deteriorated with the Iraqi and Kuwait conflict. Over the second decade, the airline expanded its network throughout the Middle East, Asia, Europe and Africa. As the 21st century was…

Opposing cultures are the root source for many aspects in this life, whether diversity brings war or prosperity often depend on the intentions of those who lead each nation. Cultural clusters are increasingly expanding as time progresses furthermore, the incorporation into technology in our lives across the globe unites cultures as well as breaks down barriers. The North American cultural cluster predominantly functions on a similar basis, as do the European Union. Development in societies…

Abstract Crew resource management (CRM) is a global practice in aviation industry which decreased the rate of aircraft accidents. The main reason of writing this essay is to explain CRM, its characteristics and its different perspectives, such as good CRM practices and bad CRM practices. For example United Airlines Flight 232 is an example of good CRM which shows good leadership skills, quick actions on time, proper and adequate services, teamwork and best communication. Japan Airlines Flight…

Singapore, being a small city-state or the “little red dot”, has no natural resources; our people and our relentless pursuit for effective and innovative ideas are essential factors in enabling us to deter aggression. Technology has transformed SAF from a 1st Generation force to one that is not to be reckoned with within the region today. By staying agile, remaining relevant in the region, and continually reviewing and improving her processes…

In case of freight, a central location makes it easier to sort the packages meant to reach different destinations in a much efficient manner than would have been possible in a point to point transportation. Apart from increasing efficiency, this helps in reducing the errors and helps in easy tracking of the packages. The hub and spoke model provides for increased security and better logistics management as it is easier to keep track of the packages from a centralised…

baggage policy. Carry –on Baggage Passengers with American Airlines reservation are allowed to carry 1 carry-in baggage per person with some restrictions. The carry-in baggage, for example, should not exceed 18 x 14 x 8 inches (45 x 35 x 20 cm ). Apart from the carry-in baggage, other bags must be checked. Please note that the following items do not include in personal items: soft-sided cooler bags with breast milk, strollers and medical or mobility devices, and child safety seats. Followings…