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