Evolution in Aircraft Design in the World War II Era
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A 5 page review of several of the cutting edge innovations in aircraft design that were made in this era. Emphasis is placed on aerodynamics and the introduction of the jet engine. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PPaviationEvolutionWWII.rtf

Examining Problems in the Airline Industry / Book Review
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A 4 page review of Thomas Petzinger's 1995 book entitled "Hard Landing." In this non-fiction text, the author discusses capitalism and greed in the airline industry. The end of airline regulation is criticized by the book and ultimately the writer of this paper concludes that Petzinger spends too much time complaining and not enough time forming commonsensical recommendations, alternatives, and/or solution. No extra bibliography.
Filename: Hardland.wps

External Influences on the UK Airline Industry
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This 5 page paper considers the political, economic, social and technological influences on the UK airline industry at local, national and global levels. The bibliography cites 6 sources.
Filename: TEpestai.rtf

F-14 Tomcat
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A 7 page overview of the specific design features and the function of the F-14 Tomcat aircraft. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: F14TOMCA.wps

F.A.A & N.A.S.A. Airline Safety Programs
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A 10 page paper on the FAA and NASA collaboration in ASRS for reporting, tracking and mitigating airline safety problems as reported by pilots, maintenance crews, air traffic controllers, etc. Also includes FAA safety policies and the need for their move into the global airline safety arena. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Airfaa.wps

Feeder Container Ships
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This 9 page paper looks at the role and industry of feeder container ships. The paper looks at what they are, how they are used and the conditions and drivers in the feeder container ship industry. The bibliography cites 9 sources.
Filename: TEfeedersh.rtf

Financial Analysis of British Airways
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A 10 page paper finding and assessing several financial ratios based on British Airways' 2005-2006 annual report. British Airways' financial position is strong but continuation and further improvement depend on the airlines' ability to continue to practice sound management. Investors determined to invest in an airline should find it attractive. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: KSfinBritAir.rtf

Financing Airports
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A 3 page paper discussing implications of changes in regulations surrounding passenger facility charges (PFCs) and the Airport and Airway Trust Fund (ATF). Expansion of the types of uses that airport authorities may give PFC funds will help to bridge the gap occurring in the face of diminished receipts for the ATF. Airports still will be able to gain the same results as before decline in the FAA's budget, but those results will be funded by already-stressed airlines rather than by government agencies. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: KSairAirFin.rtf

Five Modes of Transportation And Hidden Dangers To Society
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This 5 page paper explores automobile, railroad, pipeline, air and sea methods of transportation and the dangers they pose to society. An outline is included. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA216trn.rtf

Flight 800 / Air Tragedy
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A 6 page paper describing the events following the fatal accident. Details of the search which ensued are covered. The fact that there were two sperate conclusions as to the cause of the crash is descrbed. There are also details given as to the changes in regulations ,and rules that occurred as a result of the crash. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Flight80.wps

Flight Management Systems; An Outline
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This 5 page paper firstly considers what a flight management system is, and then goes on to examine the different functions it carries out on commercial flights. The bibliography cites 4 sources.
Filename: TEairfms.wps

Florida Flight 90: Emergency Response
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When a plane comes down, a multijurisdictional effort involving personnel and equipment from County, state, city and a variety of volunteer and professional organizations all come together in an effort to rescue survivors, transport the injured as well as those whose lives have been terminated. This 5 page paper provides an overview of rescue operations specific to the crash of Florida Flight 90 on January 13, 1982. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KTflfl90.wps