Introduction to Air Transport Economics
From Theory to Applications
Published on 28. July 2008
Book
Paperback/Softback
350 pages
978-0-7546-7081-0 (ISBN)
Description
"Introduction to Air Transport Economics: From Theory to Applications" uniquely merges the institutional and technical aspects of the aviation industry with their theoretical economic underpinnings. In one comprehensive textbook it applies economic theory to all aspects of the aviation industry, bringing together the numerous and informative articles and institutional developments that have characterized the field of airline economics in the last two decades as well as adding a number of areas original to an aviation text. Its integrative approach offers a fresh point of view that will find favor with many students of aviation.The book offers a self-contained theory and applications-oriented text for any individual intent on entering the aviation industry as a practicing professional in the management area. It will be of greatest relevance to undergraduate and graduate students interested in obtaining a more complete understanding of the economics of the aviation industry. It will also appeal to many professionals who seek an accessible and practical explanation of the underlying economic forces that shape the industry.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Illustrations
includes 144 figures & 99 tables
Dimensions
Height: 244 mm
Width: 172 mm
ISBN-13
978-0-7546-7081-0 (9780754670810)
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Persons
Dr. Bijan Vasigh is Professor of Economics and Finance in the College of Business at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach Florida and a Managing Director at Aviation Consulting Group, LLC. Dr. Thomas Tacker received a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of North Carolina and has published numerous articles on aviation and general economics both in academic journals and the popular press. Dr. Ken Fleming has extensive experience in aviation economics and operations research. He is a published and recognized expert in Aviation Economics.
Content
Introduction; The evolving air transport industry; Principles of economics; Market demand analysis and demand for airline services; Cost and production analysis: the general concepts; Aviation infrastructure: operations and ownership; International economics and aviation; International aviation: open skies and global alliances; Pure market structure and monopolistic markets; Market structure and the aviation industry, hybrid market structure; Aviation forecasting and regression analysis; Pricing policy and revenue management; low cost, start-up airlines: a new paradigm; The economics of aviation safety and security; Index.