The definitive, up-to-date guide to airport planning and management
Fully revised, updated, and reorganized to reflect the latest advances in the aviation industry, Airport Planning and Management, Sixth Edition offers comprehensive coverage of this challenging field. Airports, airport systems, operations management, and administration are discussed in detail. This authoritative volume addresses changes in technology, structure, and political environment, including enhanced security, environmental impact, and regulatory issues. The Sixth Edition of this landmark guide to the planning, development, and management of airports is ideal as a course text, self-study tool, and professional reference.
Coverage includes:
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
