Intro to Air Transport Flashcards
It is the movement of passengers and cargo by aircraft, including airplanes and helicopters.
Air Transport
It is the study of the economic principles and factors that influence the aviation industry.
Air Transport Economics
It in involves the administration and coordination of various aspects of the aviation industry to ensure efficient and effective operations.
Air Transport Management
It refers to the study and application of economic principles and management strategies in the airline and aviation industry.
Air Transport Economics and Management
5 Importance of air transport
Geographic Factors
Tourism
Cargo & Trade
Disaster Response and Connectivity
Employment
In what date did the Filipino-American aviator named Primo A. B. Vazquez performed the first recorded flight in the Philippines, particularly in Luneta Park
March 1911
In what date did the Philippine Air Service, the first airline in the country, established and completed its first airmail flight from Manila to Cebu and IloIlo.
Nov 1919
In what date did the Philippine Aerial Taxi Company (PATCO) established by Emanuel N. Bachrach. PATCO offered scheduled flights between Manila, Baguio, and Paracale.
Dec 1930
In what date did the IloIlo-Negros Air Express Company (INAEC) was founded by the Lopez family, becoming Asia’s first commercial airline. It operated routes between Manila, IloIlo, Bacolod, and Cebu.
Feb 1933
In what date did the Philippine Air Lines, Inc. led by Andres Soriano Sr. Using Beechcraft Model 18 aircraft on the Manila-Baguio route. This event marked the establishment of PAL as the national flag carrier.
March 1941
In what date did the PAL became the first Asian airline to cross the Pacific Ocean, flying a Douglas DC-4 from Manila to Oakland, California, with stops in Guam, Wake Island, Johnston Atoll, and Honolulu.
July 1946
In what date did President Ferdinand Marcos Sr. administration, the government implemented a one-airline policy, designating PAL as the sole domestic flag carrier.
March 1973
In what date did the Liberalization of civil aviation industry, ending PAL’s monopoly, allowing new carriers. This led to increased competition, improved services, and the emergence of budget airlines.
Jan 1995
In what date did Asian Spirit (now AirSWIFT) was established as a community airline, providing essential air services to small island destinations.
Sep 1995
In what date did the Cebu Pacific was established in 1988 and commenced operations in 1996, introducing a low-cost carrier model to the Philippine market. The airline’s affordable fares and extensive domestic network made air travel more accessible to Filipinos
March 1996
In what date Royal Air Philippines was founded as a charter airline. initially focused on charter services before expanding into the commercial airline sector.
Aug 2002
In what date did SEAIR (Southeast Asian Airlines) expanded operations, pioneering flights to remote tourist destinations. It later rebranded as Tigerair Philippines before merging with Cebu Pacific.
Aug 2005
In what date did The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) was created to oversee aviation safety and security in the country.
March 2008
In what date did Philippines AirAsia was established in 2010 and began operations in 2012, further intensifying competition in the low-cost carrier segment.
Dec 2010
In what date did the Royal Air Philippines commenced regular scheduled services under new management in July 2017. The airline focused on niche markets and underserved routes.
July 2017
In what date did Sunlight Air was launched amid the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on leisure destinations to aid tourism recovery.
July 2020
The Philippine air transport sector has experienced a strong rebound following the COVID-19 pandemic. Domestic and international air travel demand has surged due to increased tourism and business activities.
Strong Post-Pandemic Recovery
While the government has invested in airport expansion and modernization projects, congestion in major airports, such as Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA), remains a significant issue. Several proposals, including the development of New Manila International Airport (Bulacan Airport), aim to address this.
Infrastructure Challenges
The presence of multiple airlines, such as Philippine Airlines (PAL), Cebu Pacific, and AirAsia Philippines, has contributed to competitive pricing and improved services. The rise of low-cost carriers (LCCs) has made air travel more accessible to Filipinos.
Competition and Market Growth