Category: Aviation
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Meteorological Hazards’ Impact on Aviation
Table of Contents Executive Summary Introduction Primary Hazards and Impact on Aviation Current Strategies for Mitigation Current Strategies for Prevention Investigation into Novel Risk Management Measures Conclusion References Executive Summary Weather and meteorological phenomena have substantial effects on current aviation. Severe cases of weather events such as hail, thunderstorms, or cloud funnels can result in…
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Resistance to Change in Aviation Industry
Table of Contents Introduction Problem: Resistance to Change in Aviation Research Literature Analysis of Problem Possible Sources of Change Plan Resistance Problem Solution Recommendations and Possible Benefits Conclusion References Introduction Regarding business operations and using current and emerging technology, the aviation sector has some distinct hurdles compared to other sectors. This is due to several…
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Aviation Advances at the Science Museum
Table of Contents Short N.2B seaplane (1917) V-1 flying bomb (1994) Vickers valiant BMK.1 (1955) English electric lighting F.MK (1960) The Schempp-Hirth Cirrus (1973) References Appendix Short N.2B seaplane (1917) Short N.2B seaplane was first launched in December 1917 during the First World War in the Rochester manufacturers also known as the Short Bros Ltd…
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The Jet Engine in Civil Aviation
Table of Contents Introduction Prerequisites for the Development of the Jet Engine Better Fuel Consumption Outlook Political Incentives for the Transition to Jet Engines Conclusion Works Cited Introduction In the 1930s, it became obvious that the conventional type of aircraft with a piston engine and propeller approached the limit of its capabilities. The aircraft, which…
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Federal Aviation Administration, Its History and Role
Introduction The Federal Aviation Administration is an important organization in the aviation industry. It has always played a critical role in aviation regulation and control of the air safety. This essay provides a brief history of aviation as it appeared earlier than the Federal Aviation Administration. Knowledge of the aviation history will help to understand…
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Management Information Systems for Aviation Business
Information systems enable organizations conduct and streamline operations, engage with consumers and vendors, and compete in the industry. An information system is a collection of interrelated systems that collects, processes, and analyzes data while also delivering insights, perspectives, and digital resources (Pozdniakoy et al., 2018). To manage coordinated supply chains and digital markets, information systems…
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Insider Threat in Civil Aviation
Introduction In the last several decades, aviation has experienced a significant number of challenges that arose because of its strategic importance for the modern world. As an integral part of the international discourse and relations, air transportation becomes the primary target for malefactors and terrorist groups trying to destabilise the situation and spread panic by…
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Advances in Aviation at the Science Museum
Table of Contents Short N.2B Seaplane (1917) V-1 Flying Bomb (1944) Vickers Valiant B.Mk.1 (1955) English Electric Lightning F.Mk.1 (1960) Schempp-Hirth Cirrus (1973) References Short N.2B Seaplane (1917) Short N.2B was designed and produced by Short Bros Ltd. It was planned as the improved version of those seaplanes which were used during World War I.…
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Discusison of History of Aviation
Starting from the Middle Ages and until the end of the XIX century attempts were made in different countries to create heavier-than-air aircraft. In 1903, a documented attempt to fly an airplane built by two talented and purposeful Americans, the brothers Wilbur and Orville Wright, was crowned with success (Petrescu et al., 31). The first…
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Costs Involved in Warehousing, Impacts and Their Trade-offs in the Aviation
Costs incurred in the warehousing of aviation and aerospace materials and parts include handling and storage charges, and operational and general administrative expenses. Handling costs are related to moving the materials either in or out of the warehouse. Storage expenses comprise all the costs associated with occupying a facility and are incurred whether the products…