Ground level coordination
25 November 2005 | By Ben Sampson
The state of play on the ramps and aprons of the world’s airports reflects the state of the industry in general, airline efficiency and advances in technology.
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Contours of Asian tourism
25 November 2005 | By Peter A. Semone, Vice President, Business Development, Pacific Asia Travel Association
Today, writes Peter Semone, Asia represents one of the planet’s hottest tourism destinations and one of the least understood source markets for the world’s premier destinations.
A 21st century update for Chicago
16 September 2005 | By Roderick R. Drew, O’Hare Modernisation Project Spokesperson
After an exceptionally lengthy development phase, the controversial plans to expand Chicago O’Hare will finally become reality later this year.
Winter in Toronto
16 September 2005 | By Eric Tolton, Director of Operations, Greater Toronto Airports Authority
Dealing with the cold and snow has recently received an upheaval at Toronto Pearson and in this article Eric Tolton reveals some of the new methods.
Perimeter security post 9/11
16 September 2005 | By Chief Alvy Dodson, Director of Public Safety Manager, DFW International Airport
In this exclusive article Alvy Dodson relates his department’s strategic thinking behind managing the perimeter of an 18,000 acre site against terrorism.
A unique security training programme
16 September 2005 | By Ernst Schlecht, Head of Security and Safety Planning, Unique Zurich
Although often the overlooked aspects of security operations, there is an increasing need to include effective training and communications as an integral part of operating a safe and secure airport, writes Ernst Schlecht.
Fire training for a safer airport
16 September 2005 | By Tim Oakes, Divisional Officer, International Fire Training Centre
The best training for your airport’s Rescue and Fire Fighting Service (RFFS) will not necessarily focus solely on technical ability, writes Tim Oakes.
The secrets to faster boarding
16 September 2005 | By Kai Nagel, Professor of Transport Systems Planning and transport telematics, Technical University of Berlin and Pieric Ferrari, ETH Zurich
The latest research into the way passengers behave when boarding aircraft reveals some surprising results, and prompts reflection on present boarding practices.
Preparing for new large aircraft
16 September 2005 | By Satish Agrawal, Ph.D., Airport Technology R&D manager, FAA
The next generation of aircraft creates new pressures for an airport’s pavements, consequentially engineers at the FAA’s Research and Development centre are continuing to develop systems to predict and assess requirements.
LED potential on the airfield
16 September 2005 | By Ben Sampson
The growing acceptance of LED technology for use in different airports globally is testament to the technology’s potential in this area.
How to avoid bad weather delays
16 September 2005 | By Doug Johnson, Aviation Programme Manager, Met Office
In this article Doug Johnson describes how aviation users can utilise improved meteorological information to move beyond minimum safety requirements and towards increased business benefits.
Facilitating increased globalisation
16 September 2005 | By Dora Kay, Immediate Past Chairman, The International Air Cargo Association
TIACA uses its partnerships with Government and trade organisations to progress the cause of air cargo and global economic development.
Full speed ahead on e-tickets
16 September 2005 | By Bryan Wilson, Project Director – Electronic Ticketing, IATA
IATA’s e-ticketing initiative has covered substantial ground since its inception, but as Bryan Wilson, there are still obstacles to overcome.
The privatisation path in Hungary
16 September 2005 | By Sarah Hunter, Head of Investor Relations at BAA
The UK became the first country to privatise its airports almost 20 years ago, a trend subsequently copied around the world to help fuel infrastructure investment.
Cooperating on ATM research
16 September 2005 | By Hans Offerman, Chairman EATRADA European Air Traffic Management Research and Development Association
The most effective way of researching new technologies needed to enhance capacity is to work together writes Hans Offerman, chairman of a new European association with cooperative aims.
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