Air transport economics: from theory to applications

By:

Vasigh, Bijan

Contributor(s):

Pearce, Brian

Material type: Text

TextPublication details: Routledge New York 2024Edition: 4thDescription: xiii, 530 pISBN:

9781032482538

Subject(s):

DDC classification:

387.7 VAS

Summary: Air Transport Economics: From Theory to Applications uniquely merges the institutional and technical aspects of the aviation industry with their theoretical economic underpinnings. Its integrative approach offers a fresh point of view that will find favor with many students of aviation. This fourth edition has undergone extensive updates throughout. It features new material addressing the impact of COVID-19 on the air transport industry, and the efforts made by both the industry and governments to facilitate recovery. A new chapter examines the impact of air transport on climate change and how government policies to address this issue could reshape the industry. Additionally, alongside expanded coverage of revenue management and pricing decisions, this fourth edition incorporates case studies that give real-world examples to reflect current industry practices. Moreover, there is a discussion of the latest computer applications that enhance the effectiveness of the new techniques. This book offers a self-contained theory and applications-oriented text for individuals aspiring to enter the aviation industry as a practicing professional in the management area. It will be of the greatest relevance to undergraduate and graduate students aiming to acquire a comprehensive grasp of the economics of the aviation industry. The review questions at the end of each chapter have been expanded considerably, and an online assignment has been introduced for each chapter. This book will also appeal to many professionals who seek an accessible and practical explanation of the underlying economic forces that shape the industry. (https://www.routledge.com/Air-Transport-Economics-From-Theory-to-Applications/Vasigh-Pearce/p/book/9781032482538)

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Item type	Current library	Collection	Call number	Status	Date due	Barcode
Book	Indian Institute of Management LRC General Stacks	Public Policy & General Management	387.7 VAS (Browse shelf(Opens below))	Available		008318

Table of contents:
List of Figures

List of Tables

Preface to the Fourth Edition

Foreword

Acknowledgments

About the Authors

1. Evolution of the Air Transport Industry

2. Principles of Economics with Applications in Air Transport

3. Supply, Demand, and Elasticity: Analysis in the Airline Industry

4. Cost and Production Analysis: The General Concepts

5. Competitive Market Structure and Monopolistic Markets

6. Hybrid Market Structure and the Aviation Industry

7. Forecasting in the Air Transport Industry

8. Dynamic Pricing Policy and Revenue Management

9. Ultra-Low-Cost and Low-Cost Airlines: Paradigm Shifts

10. Economics of Aviation Safety and Security

11. International Economics and Aviation

12. Air Traffic Liberalization and Global Alliances

13. Aviation Infrastructure: Operations and Ownership

14. Climate Change and the Contribution of Transport

List of Abbreviations

Glossary Of Terms

Answers to Selected Questions and Problems

Index

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Air Transport Economics: From Theory to Applications uniquely merges the institutional and technical aspects of the aviation industry with their theoretical economic underpinnings. Its integrative approach offers a fresh point of view that will find favor with many students of aviation.

This fourth edition has undergone extensive updates throughout. It features new material addressing the impact of COVID-19 on the air transport industry, and the efforts made by both the industry and governments to facilitate recovery. A new chapter examines the impact of air transport on climate change and how government policies to address this issue could reshape the industry. Additionally, alongside expanded coverage of revenue management and pricing decisions, this fourth edition incorporates case studies that give real-world examples to reflect current industry practices. Moreover, there is a discussion of the latest computer applications that enhance the effectiveness of the new techniques.

This book offers a self-contained theory and applications-oriented text for individuals aspiring to enter the aviation industry as a practicing professional in the management area. It will be of the greatest relevance to undergraduate and graduate students aiming to acquire a comprehensive grasp of the economics of the aviation industry. The review questions at the end of each chapter have been expanded considerably, and an online assignment has been introduced for each chapter. This book will also appeal to many professionals who seek an accessible and practical explanation of the underlying economic forces that shape the industry.

(https://www.routledge.com/Air-Transport-Economics-From-Theory-to-Applications/Vasigh-Pearce/p/book/9781032482538)

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