Abstract
This project will reveal the importance of the rules spelled out in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part121 concerning airline safety. Without strict adherence to these rules, the level of safety is severely compromised and dangers associated with air travel are heightened. Every moving part will be explored including management, dispatch, scheduling, hub coordinators, flight operations, airport operations, ground handling, airport customer service, airport maintenance, and the role that each plays in day to day operations. This paper includes how culturally specific operations change by region, as well as the effects of technology on the congested skies monitored by the International
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Communication in terms operational specifications is a necessity for an airline to operate above board and efficiently. The magnitude of regulations and operational specifications require an efficient means of distribution and implementation. Many times, the FAA will send out information on certain airplanes in a form of communication called and Airworthiness Directive (AD). The AD’s can be for any aircraft operated under FAA 14 CFR Part 91, 135, and 121. These are mandatory and critical to aviation …show more content…
Scientific literacy is extremely important, not only to the production of the laws found in Part 121, but to the operation of a Part 121 flight. Most all data and laws found within the airline world are scientifically based. Whether it is the ticket prices or the cost of bags, scientific evidence drives these factors. Many of the laws set forth by the FAA are derived from scientifically proven information, while some are based on accidents. Direct operation of an airplane that falls under FAA 14 CFR Part 121 is flooded with scientific information. From the dispatching of a flight, dealing with weather patterns and fuel burn numbers, to pre-departure weight and balance where weight is shifted along a datum to keep the airplane within the center of gravity scientific, scientifically derived equations are used (INT P.H. FAA.gov). The en route phases of flight, where a complete understanding of the regulations spelled out by the FAA, allow the flight crew a safe envelope in which decisions can be made. Scientifically proven performance data is used for fuel burn in cruise, approach, and landing data (POH faa.GOV) Performance data changes with weather phenomena based on scientifically proven information; notably landing distance with an icy runway or gusty winds on an approach. The chart below is an example provided to show how landing data can be affected
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The Federal Aviation Regulation 14 Part 139 outlines the requirements for airport certification. This is outlined by the Airport Certification Plan (ACM), where each section is detailed for the specific compliances required for implementation and certification at an airport. “Airports with an approved ACM and a completed on-site FAA inspection are issued an Airport Operating Certificate (AOC), which certifies the airport’s compliance with 14 CRF Part 139” (Young, p. 196). To maintain this certification, a Part 139 airport must have annual FAA inspections, where the FAA conducts reviews of operational documentation, including the ACM and other supporting materials. This evaluation “…includes updating the Airport Master Record (FAA Form 5010) and reviewing the Airport Certification Manual (ACM), Notices to Airmen (NOTAM), airfield self-inspection forms, etc” (Young, p. 200). This assessment process starts and ends with airport management meetings. During the FAA inspection, not only paper work is reviewed, but there are physical inspections of airport operations. Airfield movement areas are visually assessed, along with fueling facilities, and the Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF).
The airline industry is one of the largest global industries in the world. Airline companies in the airline industry have gone through challenging obstacles in the past decade. Many changes have occurred within the industry and increased regulations have driven up cost for the industry. The attacks on 9/11 left the industry in shock when planes were used in terrorist attacks in the United States. These attacks changed the mentality of the industry and shifted the focus towards safety. Safety was also a major concern in the industry with the breakout of SARS in 2003 and the H1N1 flu in 2009. The airlines had to ensure that public health and safety of the travelers were
According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics a total of 631,939,829 passengers boarded domestic flights in the United States in the year 2010. This averages to 1.73 million passengers flying per day (Cessoni.) All of these people must go through security checkpoints provided by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA.) TSA’s history, cost, and specific purpose are ideas I will discuss further.
How society is observed as it transmits to air travel has a great deal to do with September 11, 2001. As a result of this tragic event, the judgments of the world have become increasingly profound to the background of passengers traveling on planes. It has shaped something of a undesirable perception for particular cultures and beliefs. This discourages people to travel with other passengers or airline, directly affects the airline industry (Reilly.N.J, 2010)
Airports are the heart of travel for many to conveniently travel from one location to another, whether the distance was 50 miles or internationally. With the advancements in technology, it has provided the ability for individuals to have access to parts of the world that once only been available to a select few. With such technological advances, our society will not be able to rewind back to
The terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001 shook the United States in a profound way, deeply upsetting the national perception of safety within U.S. borders. No industry or sector of the economy felt the impacts of these events more than the airline industry. Both the immediate reaction to the attacks and the long-term repercussions have negatively affected the industry. Today’s airline industry is much different than it was prior to September 11. There is a much smaller work force, more low-cost carriers, more security and more fees associated with flying.
The day of 9/11 sparked the attention of the aviation industry, citing that it will never be the same again. Different sectors
Signed into law in 2002 by President George W. Bush, the Homeland Security Act established the Department of Homeland Security to prevent terrorist attacks, minimize any damage to the nation’s citizens, and reduce the country’s vulnerability to terrorism. In response to 9/11, the government, as well as the airline industry, has gone through many changes. As of result of 9/11, the airline industry lost a total of $7.7 billion. This paper reviews the reasons behind the making of the Homeland Security Act, the effects of 9/11 on the airline industry and the government, the purpose of the Homeland Security Act, and the aftermath of the Homeland Security Act.
Under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 139, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is required to issue airport operating certificates to airports that serve scheduled and unscheduled air carrier aircraft with more than 30 seats or serve scheduled air carrier operations in aircraft with more than 9 seats but less than 31 seats. To ensure that airports are meeting the requirements of 14 CFR Part 139, there are approximately 35 FAA Airport Certification Safety Inspectors that conduct annual and unannounced certification inspections. In the course of the inspection, inspectors look at the movement areas, aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF), fuel facilities, and lighting. Additionally, the inspectors view the airport files and the airport certification manual, Airport Master Record (FAA Form 5010), Notices to Airmen (NOTAM), and airfield self-inspection forms.
September 11, 2001, was a horrific event that rocked the world and the way people viewed the safety of airline travel. The airline industry was hit the hardest after that day and it was uncertain if they could regain their customer’s
Operations in international and/or foreign countries will create significant operational challenges. Differences in governing laws and regulations for the airlines industry, business, and employee relations will become challenging. Interpretation and intent for various laws can and will provide ambiguity that must be dealt with. Research shows that various international airlines continue to be plagued by high costs and poor service (Ramamurti & Sarathy, 2007).
The report is designed to understand the working practices of the two government bodies in the field of aviation i.e. US Federal Aviation Administration and General Civil Aviation Authority. The two authorities have a sole responsibility for the control and regulation of civil aviation in their respective countries. The report will discuss the operations specification similarity as well as contrast between the two bodies along with a brief understanding of their functions and procedure. The study will analyze the difference and reasons to those, along with that some recommendation will be suggested to improve those regulations.
Airline industry is a growing and a challenging industry across the globe and it is becoming more competitive on quality, pricing and most prominently safety in the contemporary world.
At Continental Airlines Inc., we strive to obtain excellent customer service and satisfaction through technological advances in on-line bookings and e-ticket purchases. We have strict security measures to ensure our customer’s safety. Our international flights cater to our customer’s cultures, with language, food choices, and movies. We have committed to making the lives of our customers, employees, vendors and as efficient as possible, through environmental