Airport Operations, Third Edition

by Norman J. Ashford, Pierre Coutu, John Beasley

Fully revised for the latest FAA, ICAO, and IATA standards and regulations, Airport Operations , Third Edition, provides proven strategies and best practices for efficiently managing airport functions. This in-depth resource offers a broad perspective on the privatization of air transport worldwide. To reflect theevolution of regulatory guidance, two new chapters have been added to address safety management systems and airport operations control centers. New informationon the latest trends, including security, environmental impact control, and emerging technologies, is also included. Authoritative yet accessible, this practical reference is ideal for aviation educators, students, airport personnel, airport planners and designers, and aviation managers at all levels. Coverage
* The airport as an operational system * Airport peaks and airline scheduling * Airport noise control * Aircraft operating characteristics * Operational readiness * Ground handling * Baggage handling * Passenger terminal operations * Airport security * Cargo operations * Airport technical services * Airport aircraft emergencies * Airport access * Operational administration * Airport safety management systems * Airport operations control centers * The airport operations manual * Sustainable development and environmental capacity of airports

Genres: Aviation, Engineering, Transport

640 pages, Hardcover

First published February 8, 1984

Reviews

[Adithya Modem · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nice insights on how airport operations is done and also some good topics to know as a student.overall, worth spending time reading this book.