Extensively revised and updated edition of the bestselling textbook, provides an overview of recent global airline industry evolution and future challenges

Stakeholders in the Global Airline Industry

Examines the perspectives of the many stakeholders in the global airline industry, including airlines, airports, air traffic services, governments, labor unions, in addition to passengers

Evolution of Competition

Describes how these different players have contributed to the evolution of competition in the global airline industry, and the implications for its future evolution

Coverage of Industry Aspects

Includes many facets of the airline industry not covered elsewhere in any single book, for example, safety and security, labor relations and environmental impacts of aviation

Recent Developments

Highlights recent developments such as changing airline business models, growth of emerging airlines, plans for modernizing air traffic management, and opportunities offered by new information technologies for ticket distribution

Performance Data

Provides detailed data on airline performance and economics updated through 2013