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AMT 115 REVIEWER Flashcards

1
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Meaning of AMT 115

A

AIR TRANSPORTATION AND MANAGEMENT PERSPECTIVE

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It represents the next most substantial energy-consuming transport sector, included passenger and cargo airplanes, or mail.

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Air Transport

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Can be defined as the movement of passengers and cargo by aircraft such as airplanes and helicopters

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Air transportation

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From the Introduction to Air Transportation what characteristics does the air transport called as it had the highest speed among all the modes of transport.

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Rapidity

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Air transport is the most ____ means of transport. There is huge investment in purchasing aero planes and constructing of aerodromes.

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Expensive

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From the Advantages of Air Transportation, It does not require huge capital investment in the construction and maintenance of surface track.

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No Investment in Construction of Track

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It provides a regular, ______, efficient and _______

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Comfortable and Quick services

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Air transport has helped the world in the _____ of space

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Exploration/Space Exploration

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9
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The history of air travel began with the flight of Who, and on what year? (exact date). Their plane was a powered and controlled aircraft
whereas previous attempts to fly used gliders that had control and no power or free flight which had power but no control.

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Wright brothers on December 17, 1903

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In ___, ___ it established the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB). This board served numerous functions, the two most significant being determining airlines’ routes of travel and regulating prices for passenger fares. The CAB based airfares on average costs, so because airlines couldn’t compete with each other by offering lower fares, they competed by striving to offer the best quality service.

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1938, Civil Aeronautics Act.

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In what year International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) was created? and who are the people that created it? The organization sets standards and regulations necessary for aviation safety, security, efficiency, and regularity, as well as for aviation environmental protection.

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1944, by the Chicago Convention to promote the safe and
orderly development of civil aviation around the world.

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is a trade association of the world’s airlines founded in 1945. Today, ____ represents some 300 airlines comprising 94% of the
international scheduled air traffic.

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International Air Transport Association (IATA)

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commonly known as Pan Am, and it was the principal and largest international air carrier and unofficial flag carrier of the
United States from 1927 until its collapse on December 4,1991.

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1927 - Pan American World Airways
services Miami-La Habana (Cuba)

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It is most suitable for carrying goods of perishable nature which require quick delivery and light goods of high value such as diamonds, etc. over long distances. (Advantages)

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Most Suitable for Carrying Light Goods of High Value

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is the United States’ civil aviation authority, their operations and
regulations. it was created in 1958 to manage safety
operations.

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Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)

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It was founded in 1927 as a scheduled air mail and
passenger service operating between Key West,
Florida and Havana, Cuba.

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Pan American World Airways
services Miami-La Habana (Cuba)

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is the largest airline in Colombia. It has been the
flag carrier of Colombia since December 5, 1919 just two
months after KLM founded. Acronym in Spanish for Aerovias
del Continente Americano S.A., “Airways of the American
Continent”

A

AVIANCA S.A.

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18
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was founded only 13 months later
in April 15, 1926. American’s parent company American Airlines
Group is the world’s largest in terms of passengers carried.

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Delta’s rival American Airlines

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is credited for many innovations that
shaped the international airline industry, including
the widespread use of jet aircraft, jumbo jets, and
computerized reservation systems. It was also a
founding member of the International Air Transport
Association (IATA), the global airline industry
association.

A

Pan American Airways

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What century and year does World history of air transportation reflect?

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21st Century, In 2001, the industry dealt with the effects of another economic downturn, as business travel decreased substantially while labor and fuel costs increased. The events 9/11 greatly magnified the airlines’ issues, leading to a sharp decline in customers and significantly higher operating costs. Losses continued for years; the industry as a whole didn’t return to profitability until 2006.

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Founded in November 16, 1920, it commenced
operations two years later and has been operating for more
than a century. It’s the oldest operating airline in the Englishspeaking world. With a fleet of 125 aircraft, Australia’s flag
carrier flies to more than 100 destinations around the world.

A

Qantas

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Founded less than one year after the conclusion of World
War I. It was established on October 7, 1919, and completed its first flight in May 1920. The Dutch flag carrier is currently the oldest operating airline in the world.

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KLM ROYAL DUTCH AIRLINES ((Koninklijke Luchtvaart Maatschappij)

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Semi Monocoque’s parts

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Stringers, Bulkhead, Skin, Formers

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has become the primary means of commoncarrier traveling. Greatest efficiency and value are obtained
when long distances are traveled.

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Air transportation

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Originally founded as Dobrolyot in February 3, 1923. It was one
of the largest airlines in the world during the Soviet Union era and
is currently the largest airline operating in Russia.

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Aeroflot

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was founded as Czechoslovak State Airlines in October 6,
1923 and adopted its current name in the early 1990s following the
breakup of the Czechoslovak Federation. Headquartered in Prague, its Republic’s flag carrier was the world’s first to fly regular jet-only routes, operating between Prague and Moscow.

A

Czech Airlines

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Monocoque’s parts

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Stressed skin, formers, Bulkhead

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was founded in November 1, 1923 and operated its first
flight the following spring. Finland’s flag carrier began as Aero
O/Y and adopted its current name in the late 1960s. Today, the
carrier is celebrated as one of the world’s safest carriers.

A

Finnair

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Air transport provides what journey over land and sea. It is the fastest and quickest means of transport.

A

Unbroken Journey

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is the oldest operating U.S. airline. The
Atlanta-based carrier was founded in Macon, Georgia as
Huff Daland Dusters for crop dusting in March 1925
before being renamed Delta Air Service three years later
(December 3, 1928).

A

Delta Airlines

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31
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It can operate even when all other means of transport cannot be operated due to the floods or other natural calamities. Thus, at that time, it is the only mode of transport which can be employed to do the relief work and provide the essential commodities of
life.

A

Emergency Services

32
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The supreme advantage of air transport is its ________. It is the fastest mode of transport and thus it is the most suitable mean where time is an important factor.

A

High speed

33
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It follows the shortest and direct route as seas, mountains or forests do not come in the way of air transport.

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No Physical Barriers

34
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Air transport plays a very important role in the defense of a country. Modern wars have been fought mainly by aeroplanes. It has upper hand in destroying the enemy in a very short period of time. It also supports over wings of defense of a country.

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National Defense

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It is the _____ means of transport. The fares of air transport are so high that it is beyond the reach of the common man.

A

Very costly (costliest)

36
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it is the most what in perishable nature which require quick delivery
and light goods of high value such as diamonds, etc. over long distances.

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Most Suitable for Carrying Light Goods of High Value

37
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The chances of______ and _____ are high as compared to other modes of transport. Hence, it involves comparatively greater risk.

A

Breakdowns and Accidents

38
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There are many ________ imposed by various countries in the interest of their own national unity and peace.

A

Legal Restrictions

39
Q

It requires a large amount of capital investment in the construction and maintenance of aeroplanes. Further, very trained and skilled persons are required for operating air
service.

A

Large Investment

40
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Air transport can be used to carry goods and people to the areas which are not accessible by other means of transport.

A

Easy Access

41
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Air transport requires a what skill and high degree of training for its operation.

A

Specialized skill

42
Q

Air transport is _____ and _______ as it is controlled to a great extent by weather conditions. Unfavorable weather such as fog, snow or heavy rain etc. may cause cancellation of scheduled flights and suspension of air service.

A

Uncertain and Unreliable

43
Q

Its carrying capacity is ________, and hence it is not suitable to carry cheap and bulky goods.

A

Small carrying capacity (very small)

44
Q

Ford (Fokker) Trimotor
Cruise speed- _____
Runway length = _____
_______ passengers

A

175 kph, 600 m, 10-12 passengers

45
Q

End of WWII Circa Aircraft
Is introduced Several four
engine (piston) powered
aircraft.

A

1946 - The Douglas DC- 6

46
Q

1946 - The Douglas DC-6
Cruise speed = ____ kph
____ passengers
____built
Some still fly today

A

550 kph, 45 - 65, 704 built

47
Q

1936 - The Douglas DC-3
goes into service
Cruise speed = ______ kph
_____ passengers
Runway length = ____ m
_____ built

A

300 - 330 kph, 21-32 passengers, 800 m, 11,000 built

48
Q

Post War Period
____ First radar equipped control
tower (Indianapolis).

A

1945

49
Q

it allows the surveillance of
aircraft allowing efficient and safe
aircraft operations

A

Radar

50
Q

Relevant airport/aviation
technologies:

A

Very High Frequency
Omni
-directional Range
and Finding (VOR’s and
later VORTAC’s), Instrument Landing
System (ILS), Approach lighting
systems

51
Q

Representative aircraft of the post war
period.
Several successful four engine, piston and turbo- propeller
aircraft are developed in this period.

Cruise speed = _____
_____ passengers
Runway length = ____

A

600 kph, 62-95 passengers, 2,000m

52
Q

Several short and medium-range aircraft are introduced in the 60’s
________
Cruise Speed = 950 kph
10-165 passengers
Runway Length 2,200m

A

Boeing 727-200

53
Q

1968 - BAC/Aerospatiale introduce Concord to the world
- Only 14 Aircrafts of this type are ever build

A

Supersonic Aircraft (Late 60’s)

54
Q

Several short and medium-range aircraft are introduced in the 60’s
_________
Cruise Speed = 933 kph
85-124 passengers
Runway Length 2,200m

A

Boeing 737-100

55
Q

Supersonic Aircraft (Late 60’s)
Cruise Speed = ____ kph
____ passengers
_____ km range
_______ kg
Runway length = ____ m

A

2400 kph, 90-110 passengers, 7000 km range, 150,000 kg, 3,200 m

56
Q

Pan Am is the first airline to place it into service

A

Boeing 747-100

57
Q

What aircrafts is turbofan-powered regional aircraft are very successful at replacing older turboprop technology

A

Bombardier RJ 100

58
Q

Bombardier RJ 100
Cruise Speed = ____ kph
____ passengers
_____ km range
_______ kg
runway length = _____ m

A

850 kph, 50 passengers, 2,000 km range, 32,000 kg, 1,400 m

59
Q

Several successful four engine, piston and turbo- propeller
aircraft are developed in this period.
__________
Cruise speed = 600kph
90-110 passengers
Runway length = 2,000m

A

Vickers Viscount (Turbo Prop)

60
Q

____ (year) - Boeing introduces the boeing 747 - 100

A

1969

61
Q

Boeing 747 - 100
Cruise speed = _____ kph
____ passengers
____ km range
_____ kg
Runway Length = ____ m

A

985 kph, 400 passengers, 7,000 km range, 320,000 kg, 3,100 m

62
Q

Airports have to adjust to this aircraft

A

Boeing 747 - 100

63
Q

In the early 2003 the introduction of ________ and ________ aircraft allows airlines to fly routes of ore than 7,000
nm (New York – Delhi, New York - Singapore)

A

Airbus A340-500 and Boeing 777-200 ER

64
Q

Public’s perception of the turboprop as noisy and unsafe then develop to regional aircraft in 80-90’s

A

Bombardier RJ 100

65
Q

Boeing 777-200ER
Cruise Speed = ____kph
_____ passengers
Runway length = _____m
_____ km range
_____kg

A

Cruise Speed = 910 kph
300 passengers
Runway length = 3,000m
13,000 km range
325, 000 kg

66
Q

Cruise Speed = 913 kph
440 passengers
Runway length = 3,000m
16,000 km range
380, 000 kg

A

Airbus A340 - 500

67
Q

What was the significance of the Douglas DC-6 introduced in 1946?

A

It was a four-engine (piston) powered aircraft with a cruise speed of 550 kph

68
Q

What were the advances in aircraft construction methods in the late 1920s and early 1930s?

A
  • Introduction of monocoque construction
  • Use of aluminum in aircraft design
69
Q

What are some notable airlines and their founding years?

A

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines: Founded in 1919
Avianca: Founded in 1919
Qantas: Founded in 1920
Aeroflot: Founded in 1923
Czech Airlines: Founded in 1923
Finnair: Founded in 1923
Delta Airlines: Founded in 1925
American Airlines: Founded in 1926

70
Q

What economic challenges did the airline industry face in 2001?

A

Decreased business travel and increased labor and fuel costs

71
Q

What significant events occurred in early to mid-20th century air transportation?

A

1938: Civil Aeronautics Act established the Civil Aeronautics Board (CAB).
1944: ICAO created by the Chicago Convention for aviation safety.
1945: IATA founded as a trade association for airlines.
1958: FAA created to manage safety operations in the U.S.

72
Q

When did the history of air travel begin?

A

December 17, 1903

73
Q

Why is air transport considered uncertain and unreliable?

A

It is greatly affected by weather conditions

74
Q

What are the advantages of air transport?


A

High Speed: Most suitable where time is important.
Comfortable and Quick Services: Regular and efficient service.
No Investment in Construction of Track: No need for surface track.
No Physical Barriers: Follows shortest routes.
Easy Access: Reaches inaccessible areas.
Emergency Services: Operates during natural calamities.
Suitable for Light Goods of High Value: Ideal for perishable and high-value items.
National Defense: Important for military operations.
Space Exploration: Aids in exploring space.

75
Q

What are the disadvantages of air transport?

A

Very costly, small carrying capacity, uncertain and unreliable, high risk of breakdowns and accidents, large investment required, specialized skill needed, unsuitable for cheap and bulky goods, and legal restrictions

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