ISLA Santarém 24307

Fundamentals of Air Transport

• ApresentaçãoPresentation

  This course provides a comprehensive overview of the air transport sector, analyzing key business models, regulations, and operational challenges. Students will explore the dynamics of airlines, airports, and other stakeholders, gaining insights into the economic and strategic impacts of the industry. Topics include aircraft typologies, maintenance processes, and technological innovation. Additionally, the course covers liberalization processes, regulatory frameworks, and future trends, including space tourism. The methodology integrates case studies, simulations, and digital tools to foster critical analysis and decision-making, equipping students for the challenges of the industry.
• ProgramaProgramme

  1 Business Models in Air Transport 1.1 Scheduled airlines versus charters 1.2 Low-cost airlines versus hybrid models 1.3 The air cargo market 1.4 Operations and their budgetary control 2. Aeroplanes and their types 2.1 The Airbus versus Boeing war 2.2 Future developments 2.3 Fleet management 2.4 The role of maintenance in air transport 2.5 Airworthiness 3 (De)regulation 3.1 Chicago Convention 3.2 The role of ICAO and IATA 3.3 Liberalisation processes in the USA and Europe 3.4 SES and SESAR - airspace and air traffic 3.5 Role of regional and national civil aviation organisations 4. The role of airports 4.1 General characterisation 4.2 Main airport businesses 4.3 Airport services 4.4 Other complementary services (catering, etc.) 5. Future trends 5.1 IATA Vision 2050 5.2 Market behaviour over the next 20 years 5.3 Aeroplanes of the future 5.4 Space tourism
• ObjectivosObjectives

  At the end of the course unit, students should be able to: - Analyse the evolution of air transport, knowing its main contributions as an economic and business impact; - Have a general knowledge of air transport, its legal and regulatory framework, liberalisation processes and management implications; - Identify some of the vicissitudes inherent in the air transport business and its relationship with the players in the sector; - Evaluate the different business models in the regular (traditional and low-cost airlines), charter and cargo transport sectors; - Interpret the main constraints and indicators governing the activity and the resulting impacts on the air transport sector; - Evaluate the future of the air transport sector, both in terms of its more aeroplane-related aspects and in terms of processes with an impact on management.
• BibliografiaBibliography

  Doganis, R. (2010). Flying off course: The economics of international airlines (4th ed.). Routledge. Doganis, R. (2006). The airline business (2nd ed.). Routledge. Vasigh, B., Fleming, K., & Tacker, T. (2008). Introduction to air transport economics. Ashgate. Revistas Air Transport World e Airline Business (mensal) Informação em Newsletter do sector (atwonline; flightglobal.com, etc
• MetodologiaMethodology

  The course adopts innovative methodologies to enhance the teaching-learning process, fostering active student participation. Scenario simulations in the air transport sector allow for the practical application of theoretical concepts. The use of real case studies facilitates critical analysis of challenges faced by airlines and airports. Interactive digital tools, such as gamification platforms and big data analysis, improve the learning experience. Additionally, debates and project-based learning encourage collaboration and the development of innovative solutions. Flipped classrooms and multimedia content complement the approach, ensuring a dynamic education aligned with industry demands.
• LínguaLanguage

  Português
• TipoType

  Semestral
• ECTS

  5
• NaturezaNature

  Mandatory
• EstágioInternship

  Não