Airport Screening for Terrorists
There are a variety of reasons why United States security does not profile terrorists, particularly at major national and international venues such as airports. The main reason why terrorists are not profiled in this setting is because it is virtually impossible to devise a neat, categorical description of what a quintessential terrorist is/looks like. It is true that virtually all of the terrorists involved in the destruction of the World Trade Center were Middle Eastern men from the ages of 20 and 40. Does this fact mean that a Middle Eastern man who is 41, for instance, could not be a terrorist? Or perhaps one that is 19? Although the terrorists who destroyed the World Trade Center all fit one neat category, others do not. For instance, the young man from Nigeria who attempted to detonate some sort of homemade explosive while above Detroit was not Middle…...

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References

Faris, S. (2013). "Have the NSA leaks compromised big data's future?" DATAVERSITY. Retrieved from  http://www.dataversity.net/have-the-nsa-leaks-compromised-big-datas-future/ 

Huddy, L. Feldman, S. (2011). "Americans respond politically to 9/11: Understanding the impact of the terrorist attacks and their aftermath." American Psychologist. 66 (6): 455-467. Retrieved from  http://ehis.ebscohost.com.ezp.waldenulibrary.org/eds/pdfviewer/pdfviewer?vid=3&sid=6c5746c9-4b73-4b98-b07f-37a2c3b154f1%40sessionmgr13&hid=4 

Neria, Y., DiGrande, L, Adams, B.G. (2011). "Posttraumatic stress disorder following the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks." American Psychologist. 66 (6): 429-446.  http://ehis.ebscohost.com.ezp.waldenulibrary.org/eds/pdfviewer/pdfviewer?sid=6c5746c9-4b73-4b98-b07f-37a2c3b154f1%40sessionmgr13&vid=4&hid=4

The Miami International Airport terminal is stated to present "notable life safety challenges because of large occupant loads, presence of significant combustible loads, complex security restrictions, and less than ideal egress provisions from interior spaces." (Miami International Airport, 1998) The Life Safety Master Plan (LSMP) is stated to provide a summary of the fire safety surveys and studies conducted. The first line of defense is stated to be that of prevention of fire however, the facility's size and complexity makes a requirement that there is complete coverage "by automatic fire protection systems...in place in case prevention fails." (Miami International Airport, 1998 ) Also required in combination with highly reliable automatic protection systems are manual fire fighting capabilities of an enhanced nature.
Drug Trafficking Threats

The South Florida HIDTA reports that the Miami International Airport (MIA) is not only the busiest airport in the United States for international cargo but it is…...

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Miami Passenger Traffic Positive in April, But Can the Recovery Survive Swine Flu? (2009) Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation. 1 June 2009. Online available at:  http://www.centreforaviation.com/news/2009/06/01/miami-passenger-traffic-positive-in-april-but-can-the-recovery-survive-swine-flu/page1 

City of Miami Springs NW 36th Street Commercial Corridor Market Study (2003) The Metropolitan Center. May, 2003.

Dooley, Susan Warner (nd) Revenue Optimization Assessments: Tale of Three Airports. Columbus Regional Airport Authority. http://2007conference.airportrevenuenews.com/presentations/day1/SusanWarnerDooley.pdf

Life Safety Master Plan (1998) Miami International Airport. SEC Project No. 1897081-000 Vol. 1. No. 201. December 1998. Online available at: http://www.miami-airport.com/LSMP/Vol1/201.pdf

Federal legislation has required stricter noise standards for aircraft manufacturers. Now mandatory requirements by the Federal government that are working to phase out noisier aircraft. These new requirements have led to technological developments in the aircraft industry, in regards to developing quieter aircraft. Aircraft that do not meet these mandated standards have to be replaced or retrofitted, before they can fly ("Noise abatement program," n.d.). Land use is the third prong of MCO's noise reduction plan.

Acquisition of land both north and south of the main terminals is a significant assistance in reducing noise, for the airport. This is especially true as landings and takeoffs are north-south. Lake Warren lies directly north of the two largest runways, and it is sparsely populated directly south of these two runways. However, land is developed directly to the west of the airport boundaries.

Conclusion: ecommendations for esolution of the Problem

Currently, MCO is managing noise as…...

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Airport PDA
A consistent problem for many of the thousands if not millions of airline passengers that pass through airports every day is keeping track of luggage, and making sure that their baggage remains with them. Once the bags are checked in with the airline, it truly is out of the passengers' hands, and lost or misdirected luggage is still a major problem -- though numbers are down significantly from previous years, bags are still lost at a rate of three out of every thousand handled (USDOT, 2011). Given the number of bags handled each day, this quickly adds up to a significant problem. The proposed wireless network and PDA application will provide a way for both airport/airline personnel and passengers to track their bags by establishing a network that covers all baggage handling areas as well as passenger terminals, and is connected to computer terminals at customer service desks as…...

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RO. (2010). Device Could Track Phones, PDAs In Airports. Accessed 11 February 2012.  http://www.redorbit.com/news/technology/1840829/device_could_track_phones_pdas_in_airports/ 

Sehlhorst, S. (2010). The economics of software-as-a-service vs. software-as-a-product. Accessed 11 February 2012.  http://www.pragmaticmarketing.com/publications/magazine/6/5/the-economics-of-software-as-a-service-saas-vs.-software-as-a-product 

SPEA. (2010). SMART Baggage Reconciliation System. Accessed 11 February 2012. http://www.speaairportsystems.net/SPEA-SMART-Baggage-Reconciliation-System.html

USDOT. (2011). Air Travel Consumer Report. Accessed 11 February 2012.  http://airconsumer.dot.gov/reports/2011/December/2011DecemberATCR.PDF

Airport Operation
The future requirement of a new, large aircraft with the capability of carrying 500 to 1000 passengers has been a major topic in the past few years. This issue has attracted huge concerns from various stakeholders in the aviation industry, especially aircraft manufacturers and airlines. The concerns are partly attributed to the fact that such an aircraft will weigh more than 1 million pounds. With the delivery of these kinds of aircrafts expected to commence in the 5 to 10 years, there have been numerous concerns regarding the impact of new, larger aircraft on airport operation, particularly airport management. These concerns are attributed to the effect of such an aircraft on airport design and frequency of airport pavement replacement and repairs, impact on taxiway and apron separations, effect on gate capacity and baggage handling operations, and impact on aircraft servicing operations.

Background

The introduction of the Boeing 747 by the Boeing…...

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Barros, A.G. & Wirasinghe, S.C. (1997, June 27). New Aircraft Characteristics Related to Airport Planning. Retrieved December 19, 2014, from  http://www.ucalgary.ca/EN/civil/NLAircraft/Atrgpap.pdf 

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Airport Facilities. Retrieved December 19, 2014, from http://www.burnsmcd.com/Resource_/Issue/283/PdfFile/aviationreport2.pdf

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Airport Operation
Challenges for airports today: Moving large groups of people

Airports today are more heavily-trafficked than ever before. This places an unprecedented burden on airport terminals to move people from point A to point B. Efficiency is essential. Modernized airports have been forced to cope with these challenges in unique ways to improve passengers' experiences safely and to expedite their movement for their own sake and the sake of the airport. However, for every problem solved by these new conveniences, problems may arise regarding their use. There is no universal prescription for every airport as to the 'right' way to transport people. But this is still an essential component of good customer service. Without crowd control, flight delays are inevitable. Furthermore, in the case of emergency situations, people must be able to be moved as quickly as possible to safety. The multifaceted, multi-component nature of most modern airports, with a wide…...

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Alleyne, R. (2009). Using the airport moving walkways actually slows you down. Telegraph.

Retrieved from:  http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/science/science-news/5836445/Using-the-airport-moving-walkways-actually-slows-you-down.html 

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 http://www.heathrowairport.com/heathrow-airport-guide/travel-between-terminals

They carry structural firefighting protective clothing because the FAA considers the fuselage of an airplane to be a structure."
Larry illiams is a training consultant for aircraft firefighting and he points out in the Jackson report (p. 8) that the technology of crash fire rescue firefighting has advanced "…well beyond the days of chemical foam and asbestos suits to the point where a 6,000-gallon capacity crash vehicles can be operated by one person." Just about all actual firefighting by airport firefighters is done from inside that vehicle, illiams explains. The FAA has a similar view. The advanced capability of Aqueous Film Forming Foams (AFFF) "…now enable airport firefighters to control and essentially extinguish large aviation fuel fires while still in the attacking vehicle" (Jackson, p. 9).

Meanwhile, when it comes to a situation where an aircraft has crashed at an airport and there is an emergency rescue and firefighting task ahead,…...

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Air Safety Week. (2008). Fire Fighters: Dangerous Airport Fire / Rescue Standards Jeopardize

Safety. Retrieved July 13, 2010, from the International Association of Fire Fighters.

http://www.iaff.org/Comm/PDFs/Airport.pdf.

Jackson, Larry L. (1999). An Evaluation of the Need for Proximity Protective Clothing for Aircraft Firefighting. Strategic Management of Change. National Fire Academy / Executive

Airports, Airspace, And Air Traffic Control
A Manager's Perspective from an Aeronautical Point-of-View on Airports, Airspace, and Air Traffic control

Team resource management defines the efficient and effective use of resources that are available including people, information, and equipment. It always targets security enhancement and efficient management of air traffic control (Hikmat, 2013). The principles that guide the management of the team in air traffic control include the following aspects.

Developing human factors

Linking the human factors with constantly occurring events

Using the best practices to manage the crew

These principles are effective to counter human error having an optimum use of all the available resources, thereby improving services and operations of an air traffic controller (Wiene, Kanki, & Helmreich, 1993). Human factors in air traffic control have an enormous contribution in the management of air traffic. The constantly increasing delays in air traffic and accidents all arise from instructional human error. Management works to improve…...

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Boeing. (2013). Air Traffic Management: Revolutionary Concepts that Enable Air Traffic Growth while cutting Delays. New York: Boeing.

Garland, D.J., Wise, J., & Hopkin, D. (1998). A Human Factors Perspective. In R. Amalberti, Automation in Aviation (pp. 173-192). New Jersey: Lawrence Erlbaum Associate Inc. Publishers.

Hikmat, M.K. (2013). Collaborative Decision Making in Aviation. Center of Excellence Aviation.

McDougall, G., & Roberts, A.S. (2009). Commercializing Air Traffic Control: Have the Reforms Worked? Ottawa: Suffolk University Law School of Research.

com.ph. 2010)." Overall this is in line with HKIA's official policy of functioning as a green and environmentally friendly airport. To quote HKIA's website Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) is fully committed to the 4s of waste management -- eduction, e-use, ecycling and esponsibility. Our waste management efforts include reusing and recycling around 12 tons of wastes every day (Hong Kong International Airport 2010)." In addition, HKIA has been participating in the Hong Kong Environmental Protection Department's Wastewise program since 2003. Wastewise sets the city of Hong Kong's annual waste reduction and recycling targets. HKIA has received the Gold Wastewise Label annually from 2003 to 2007. In 2008 they received the Wastewise excellent class and recycle materials such as cardboard, paper, plastics, scrap metals, glass bottles, food waste, vehicle tires, spent lube oil, fluorescent lamps, rechargeable batteries, printer / fax cartridges as well as used cooking oil (Ibid).
While the above…...

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.....blueprints of a new airport which would have two separate runways and is seen as the most beneficial project that could be carried out in the region especially considering financial, environmental and security implications. This airport would have two runways running parallel to one another which will be in use concurrently. This runway will be built to 4-E specification, which comfortably accommodates all present day commercial plane designs and those whose designs are still in infancy. Aircraft parking spaces, taxi roads as well as several passenger terminal buildings will also be constructed. The major passenger terminal would be where normal passenger activities such as baggage checks, baggage claim for arrivals, ticket processing and passport inspection as well as customs will be carried out. After this, the screened passengers will then make their way to their respective terminals via boarding trains. These will be located all across the airport with openings…...

Strategic Management and Planning at JFK InternationalIntroductionJFK International is one of the busiest international airports in the US. It is located in New York, and serves millions of passengers every year. For that reason, the airports use of strategic management and planning are very importantnot just for every day operations but also for emergency situations that can arise at a moments notice. From a simple business point of view, strategic management is a vital part of what goes on at JFKbut it is also necessary when managing risk. This analysis will critically evaluate the application of dynamic strategic management and strategic airport planning at JFK, highlighting both the strengths and potential problems that its approach has for operations.BackgroundBecause JFK International is such a busy and prominent airport in the US, it commands respect and attention for anyone interested in strategic management. The airport deals with high volumes of traffic every…...

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Henry, A. (2021). Understanding strategic management. Oxford University Press.

Santa, S. L. B., Ribeiro, J. M. P., Mazon, G., Schneider, J., Barcelos, R. L., & de Andrade, J. B.

S. O. (2020). A Green Airport model: Proposition based on social and environmental management systems. Sustainable Cities and Society, 59, 102160.

They compete with each other for business, seek to build both aviation and non-aviation revenue streams and they must also deal with enhanced security requirements. This places significant pressure on the airport sector. The response within the sector has been twofold. Some airports have become privatized, which allows major airport operators to utilize their expertise across a range of markets. The other solution is the development of public airports that serve as branches of their governments, attracting passengers and investment to the region. Both types of airports have strong, multifaceted strategic mandates and are among the vanguard of modern air transportation.
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Babu, V., Batta, R. & Lin, L. (2004). Passenger grouping under constant threat probability in an airport security system. European Journal of Operational Research. Vol. 168 (2) 633-644.

Barnard, B. (2010). Global air cargo revenue grows 40%. The Journal of Commerce. Retrieved November 8, 2010 from http://www.joc.com/air-expedited/global-air-cargo-revenue-grows-40-percent

Cidell, J. (2004).…...

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Barnard, B. (2010). Global air cargo revenue grows 40%. The Journal of Commerce. Retrieved November 8, 2010 from  http://www.joc.com/air-expedited/global-air-cargo-revenue-grows-40-percent 

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The development of private airports assists the government to use the limited resources in improving other domains including health services, social services and other services provided by the government. In France, privatization is also encouraged to effectively manage airports and to provide health and social services to its people.
Conclusion

Airport privatization has been promoted all over the world. In United States, the pending FAA reauthorization to privatize airports can help in generating revenues and at the same time, allowing the government to use limited resources on improving health and social services. Furthermore, privatization would assist in improving and managing operations and improving the overall structure of the organization.

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Clifford Winston, Gines de us, (2008). Aviation Infrastructure Performance: A Study in Comparative Political Economy. Washington, DC: The Brookings Institution.

Craig, Eleanor (2006). "The Benefits and Costs of Airport Privatization." In Privatizing Transportation Systems, ed. Simon Hakim, et. al, 87-97. Westport, CT: Prager Publishers.

De…...

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Clifford Winston, Gines de Rus, (2008). Aviation Infrastructure Performance: A Study in Comparative Political Economy. Washington, DC: The Brookings Institution.

Craig, Eleanor (2006). "The Benefits and Costs of Airport Privatization." In Privatizing Transportation Systems, ed. Simon Hakim, et. al, 87-97. Westport, CT: Prager Publishers.

De Neufville, Richard (2009). Airport Privatization: Issues for the United States. Technology and Policy Program, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA.

De Wit, Japp (2006). "Privatisation and Regulation of Amsterdam Airport," in Forsyth, Peter., ed. The Economic Regulation of Airports. Aldershot: Ashgate Publishing Limited.

Take for instance the privacy which could be infringed by being recorded on a video camera while boarding on a plane or being in the company of a partner other than one's spouse.
Then, there is the multitude of checkups to which the travelers is subjected, starting with the general verification of the documents, to the very personal and invasive body search. In some cases, women are asked to take off their shoes so that the high heels can be scanned. While all these are not necessarily illegal, they can be invasive and denigrating.

There is also the enhanced search of all people who seem of Arab descent, due to the misconception and fear manifested upon the presence of an Arab within an American airport. This behavior can easily lead to situations of discrimination, which are as illegal as it gets. Additionally, "special treatment" is also being offered to native born…...

Airport Safety Self-Inspection, which is an important element of an airport's certification performance requirements. The evaluation is based on a discussion of self-inspection programs and practices in order to promote the overall safety of airports. The discussion also entails evaluation of FA Part 139 and FAA Advisory Circular (AC) 150/5200-18C depending on self-inspection program and requirements. The major elements included in the evaluation are responsibilities, basic inspection techniques, different types of inspections, and inspection record requirements.
Airport Safety Self-Inspection -- FA Part 139 and FAA Advisory Circular

One of the most important aspects of an airport's certification performance requirements is the Airport Safety Self-Inspection. Given the significance of this requirement, the Airport Safety Self-Inspection is included in FA Part 139 and FAA Advisory Circular. The self-inspection requirements are established in order for an airport to ensure compliance with regulations on an everyday basis. These requirements are regarded as the foundation of…...

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"Airport Safety Self-Inspection." (2004, March 23). Advisory Circular. Retrieved from U.S.

Department of Transportation -- Federal Aviation Administration website:  http://www.faa.gov/documentlibrary/media/advisory_circular/150-5200-18c/150_5200_18c.doc 

Prather, C.D. (2011). Airport Self-Inspection Practices -- A Synthesis of Airport Practice.

Retrieved April 11, 2015, from  http://onlinepubs.trb.org/onlinepubs/acrp/acrp_syn_027.pdf

## Outline for an Essay on Airplanes

I. Introduction
A. Hook: Begin with a captivating fact or anecdote about airplanes.
B. Thesis statement: State the main argument or purpose of the essay, such as discussing the history, impact, or future of airplanes.

II. History of Airplanes
A. Early experiments and pioneers:
1. Leonardo da Vinci's sketches
2. Wright brothers' first flight
B. Technological advancements:
1. Jet engines
2. Supersonic flight
3. Modern composite materials

III. Impact of Airplanes on Society
A. Transportation:
1. Connecting people and places
2. Facilitating global trade
B. Economy:
1. Creating jobs and industries
2. Boosting tourism
C. Military:
....

I. Introduction

Hook: Begin with a captivating statement that highlights the importance of sustainable transportation, particularly trains.
Background: Briefly discuss the environmental challenges faced by transportation and the role of trains in addressing these issues.
Thesis statement: State the central argument of the essay, emphasizing the sustainability benefits of train transportation.

II. Sustainability Benefits of Trains

A. Reduced Carbon Emissions:
Provide data and examples to demonstrate how trains emit significantly lower greenhouse gases than other modes of transportation, such as cars and airplanes.
Discuss the positive impact on air quality and climate change mitigation.
B. Energy Efficiency:
Explain how trains operate....

The Trailblazing Aviator: Amelia Earhart and Her Unwavering Spirit

Amelia Earhart, an American aviation pioneer, achieved remarkable feats in the realm of aviation, leaving an indomitable legacy in the history of flight. Among her numerous accomplishments, her solo transatlantic flight in 1932 stands as a defining moment, earning her the honorary title of "First Lady of the Air."

The Perilous Journey Across the Atlantic

On May 20, 1932, Amelia Earhart embarked on a daring adventure that would forever etch her name in the annals of aviation history. At the controls of her Lockheed Vega 5B, named "Spirit of St. Louis," she took off....

Air India's Impact on India's Aviation Industry Growth
Air India, the national carrier of India, has played a pivotal role in shaping the growth and development of the Indian aviation industry over the past several decades. Its contributions have extended across various aspects, including market expansion, infrastructure development, and technological advancements.
1. Market Expansion:
Air India has been a significant driver of domestic and international air travel in India. It established the country's first commercial air service in 1932, connecting Karachi with Mumbai. Since then, it has expanded its network to over 100 destinations within India and 30 international destinations, making it one....