Introduction to Air Transport Economics. From Theory to Applications.

Vasigh, Bijan / Ken Fleming / Thomas Tacker

ISBN 10: 0754670791 / ISBN 13: 9780754670797

Published by Ashgate, Aldershot, 2008

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gr8 Original-Pappband en XXIV pp., 358 pp.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Introduction to Air Transport Economics. From Theory to Applications.
• Publisher: Ashgate, Aldershot
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0754670791
• ISBN 13: 9780754670797
• Binding: Original-Pappband
• Condition: Sehr gut
• Weight: 1500 grams

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Synopsis

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.

About the Author

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. Vasigh is a member of the editorial board of Journal of Air Transport Management and Journal of Air Transportation World Wide. He worked on a NASA Research Grant on "Determination of Statewide Economic Benefits of the Small Aircraft Transportation System (SATS)." He is also a member of the Air Transport Research Society (ATRS) Global Airport Benchmarking Task Force. 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 as well as a multitude of other areas involving air traffic control and air traffic management.