Essays and Research Papers on Air & Aviation

The Orenda Series V-8 Aero Engine : A 6 page paper discussing the new engine that will be available in 1999 for small aircraft. The Orenda Division promises to all but revolutionize the engine options available for twin- and single-engine aircraft manufactured under such nameplates as King Air, Piper and Cessna. The ...

A 5 page paper which examines the book "Charles A. Lindbergh: Lone Eagle" By Walter L. Hixson. The paper summarizes what Hixson discusses in relationship to Lindbergh, and then discusses the address or focus of the book, which seems to be in enlightening the public about many of how Lindbergh was far more involved in many aspects of humanity ...

A 5 page paper that discusses the political and economical chaos that has surrounded the African country of Nigeria for the past century and left this oil-rich land in a situation of ruin. Highlighted is the serious lack of proper air traffic control over this country and the problem this presents to Nigeria's floundering ...

This 6 page paper considers the causes, symptoms and results of ageing wiring in aeroplanes. The writer explains what happens when the wiring develops a fault and how it may happen, as well as looking at how the potential dangers may be reduced. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

A 5 page overview of the competition between Airbus, Boeing, and Sematech in the Airplane manufacturing industry. Recounts the successes and challenges of each company. Emphasizes that appropriate merger strategy coupled with a philosophy of producing the best product at the best price drives each of these companies. Bibliography lists 7 sources. ...

A 5 page paper that focuses on Charles A. Lindbergh's anti-Semitic and pro-Nazi views as expressed in his 1941 America First rally speech and the repercussions these views had on the aviator's life. Included is a discussion of Lindbergh's secret aerial combat missions during World War II as well as the eventual return of ...

A 5 page overview of the possible causes of the September 2, 1998 crash of the McDonnell-Douglas MD-11 Swissair commercial flight from New York. Examines possible electrical problems and relates these to inadequate testing procedures and fire retardant qualities of the acoustical insulation blanket material used to insulate the aircraft from outside sound and temperatures. Although not ...

A 5 page research paper that examines and compares the air traffic control systems of the US and Nigeria, in that Nigeria is part of the overall problem of insufficient ATC systems for African airspace. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 16 page paper considers the role of simulation models as a business tool in the aviation industry. The paper considers the development and formation of simulation programmes from their origins at MIT in the 1960's as well as their application to the commercial airline. The section of the paper concentrates on a case study ...

This 5 page paper considers who may be seen as the stakeholders with reference to this aircraft. The direct and indirect stakeholders are discussed before the paper goes on to examine how TQM was or was not seen at McDonnell Douglas, the manufacturer of this aircraft. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

This 17 page paper considers the structure and influences in the aviation industry. The paper looks firstly at the structure of the industry and compares it with the different models such as pure competition and oligopoly and then goes on to consider the influences of conduct and performance as well as the barriers to entry. ...

This 11 page paper provides a study on the subject of pilot error. Mistakes made in the air can be costly, but there is disagreement in respect to why airplane crashes occur. Pilot error is examined as well as solutions for the growing problem. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 10 page paper discussing the effectiveness of the rescue of survivors of this spectacular 1985 crash. Windshear associated with a Dallas thunderstorm resulted in a "double crash" of the Lockheed L-1011 that left only 27 survivors of the more than 150 on board. Survivors were largely left to their own devices in extricating themselves from the ...

This 8 page paper considers the current position of Boeing, including the strategic position and the threats, opportunities, weaknesses and strengths before going on to look at a potential acquisition as well as possible future strategies. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

8 pages. With all of the technology being developed in the world today combined with the need for people to travel faster and further than ever before, it is only commonsense that in the next thirty years the aviation profession is going to see countless changes. The topic of this paper focusses on those changes and what changes ...

This 40 page paper considers the way in which the Asian aviation sector has been deregulated. The aims of the deregulation and the results of the deregulation. The paper contains 4 graphs and one table. The bibliography cites 20 sources.

9 pages in length. The tragic crash of Alaska Airlines Flight 261 was caused by a jackscrew/gimbal nut assembly from the horizontal stabilizer failure. According to such sources as the National Transportation Safety Board and the FAA, this paper will provide an indepth look at the cause and possible preventions that could have taken place in this fateful flight. ...

When a plane comes down, a multijurisdictional effort involving personnel and equipment from County, state, city and a variety of volunteer and professional organizations all come together in an effort to rescue survivors, transport the injured as well as those whose lives have been terminated. This 5 page paper provides an overview of rescue operations specific to the crash of ...

This 10 page paper considers the importance of airport layout and passenger flow for the passengers. This is looked at form the perspective of the airport authority and the airlines in terms of being able to compete and attract passengers as well as from an economic perspective. The writers also considers the importance to passengers ...

An 8 page paper arguing in favor of the need for increased airport security, particularly in light of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon. The paper lists advantages and disadvantages of increasing security to the level approaching that in Israel. It recommends that cost issues be evaluated in terms of the economic costs ...

An 8 page paper discussing the crash of Flight 801 on Guam in 1997. The NTSB formally determined that pilot fatigue and inadequate crew training were to blame, but subsequent investigation revealed that there was a good chance the crash could have been averted at the minimum safe altitude warning (MSAW) system been operating at the time of ...

This 5 page paper considers the budget airline SWA and discusses a potential strategy for the future to develop a competitive advantage whilst retrenching. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

5 pages. The purpose of this paper is to examine the advanced human factor/ergonomic design features that have been incorporated into the YF-22 fighter cockpit and the Joint Strike Fighter cockpit. This will be based on a detailed discussion on fusion based avionics and any other advances in cockpit design that improve pilot's situational awareness and reduces pilot ...

5 pages. Business and marketing strategies within the airline industry will continue to present inspired methods in order to reach for the highest profit margin. Not unlike other enterprises that rely upon a positive bottom line to remain competitive, small and large airlines alike are faced with ever-mounting competition in this day of high ...

This 5 page paper looks at recent political events and the aviation industry in the west and in China as well. Whether or not the U.S. should sell planes to China is discussed along with China's growing economy. Bibliography lists 3 sources.