Airport Planning and Management

Title:

Personal Author:

Wells, Alexander T., author

Edition:

Seventh Edition

Physical Description:

xxii, 442 pages : illustrations, maps ; 24 cm.

ISBN:

9781260143324

Abstract:

The definitive guide to airport planning and management―fully updated with the latest advances in the industry. This thoroughly revised guide covers all aspects of airport infrastructure―from the airfield and runway to airspace, air traffic control, and terminal and security systems. Airport Planning & Management, Seventh Edition clearly explains the FAA’s National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems (NPIAS), historical and current legislation and regulations, FAR Part 139, and more. You’ll explore cutting-edge concepts such as automation, smart baggage handling, enhanced security, and analytics. Updated questions for review and discussion will bring new insights to your knowledge of how airports are planned and managed. Coverage includes: an introduction to airports and airport systems; airport and airport systems organization and administration; historical and legislative perspectives; the airfield; airspace and air traffic management; airport operations management under FAR Part 139; airport terminals and ground access; airport security; airport financial management; economic, political, and social role of airports; airport planning; airport capacity and delay; the future of airport management.

Subject Term:

Airports -- Planning

Airports -- Management

Added Author:

Young, Seth B.,

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Summary

The definitive guide to airport planning and management--fully updated for the latest advances
This thoroughly revised guide covers all aspects of airport infrastructure--from the airfield and runway to airspace, air traffic control, and terminal and security systems. You will get clear explanations of the latest federal rules and regulations that govern airport procedures, including airfield paving, snow and ice control, safety inspections, and firefighting procedures.
Written by a pair of industry-recognized experts, Airport Planning & Management, Seventh Edition discusses the FAA's National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems (NPIAS), the National General Aviation Airport Plan for smaller airports (ASSET), FAR Part 139, and more. You'll explore cutting-edge technologies such as automation, smart baggage handling, enhanced security, and data analytics. New case studies have been added to this edition to bring real-world perspective and applications to the content.
*Contains new case study sidebars that highlight practical applications *Includes PowerPoint slides and a test bank for instructors *Written by a pair of experienced aviation educators

Author Notes

Seth Young, Ph.D., A.A.E, CFI, is the McConnell Chair of Aviation for the Center for Aviation Studies at The Ohio State University.

Alexander T. Wells, Ed.D., is a consultant and retired adjunct professor at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University. He has authored numerous books for the aviation industry.