AMT 308

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Aviation is often described as a cyclical industry. Which of the following explains these characteristics?

an industry with peaks and valleys in demand for the products and services provided

which of the following most strongly influence the well-being of the civil aviation market?

economic growth

which of the following best describes general aviation?

all civil aviation except scheduled airline services

which of the following is/are a primary economic contribution of the aerospace and air transportation industries?

driving research and development, trade balance, employment, and impact on other industries

the air transportation industry is considered an essential part of the global economy, just as it was when first established

true

evolution of aviation as a mode of air transportation in the United States evolved greatly from which of the following?

WW1 and the Post Office Department’s use of airmail

what did the Contract Air Mail Act of 1925 autorize

the postmaster general to enter into contracts with private citizens or companies for the transport of mail

What did the Air Commerce Act of 1926 Accomplish?

it charged the Secretary of Commerce and Department of Commerce with promoting and fostering the development of commercial aviation in the US

What was the purpose of the McNary-Watres Act of 1930?

to provide authority to the postmaster general to consolidate routes 

which of the following is/are true abt the Air Mail Act of 1934

it barred prior contract holders from bidding on new contracts

the Spoils Conferenced achieved consolidating routes and awarding a central, northern, and southern route to three airlines. The conference was considered a success and improved safety in the aviation industry

false

what was the primary purpose of the establishment of the Civil Aeronautics Authority?

to shift the federal authority, structure, and administration of the aviation industry to a single inclusive regulatory agency 

what was the purpose of the Civil Aeronautics Board?

to regulate scheduled passenger airline services, fares, and cargo rates

the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 created the Federal Aviation Agency (FAA), which was to serve as ___?

an independent and comprehensive government agency to control all aviation matters, both civil and military

what did jet technology allow airlines to accomplish?

all answers are correct

the ___ was the first in a new class of aircraft (the jumbo jet)

boeing 747

in 1967 Congress created the ___ and the Federal Aviation Agency was dissolved; replacing it was the ___

Department of Transportation; Federal Aviation Administration

what was the goal of the Airline Deregulation Act of 1978?

to remove government control over fares, routes, and market entry of new airlines

What structural issue did the airline industry face leading up to the deregulation in 1978?

overcapacity

what immediate effect did the deregulation have on the airline industry?

Enormously increase competition. with many major carriers experiencing financial distress

due to regulation, the number of airlines in the market decreased but passenger count increased? true or false

true

what innovation/s were pioneered by the major carriers in the early 1980d, which proved to have a significant impact in subsequent years? 

hub and spoke system

hub and spoke systems allowed airlines to

maximize connectivity by routing passengers through central hubs

frequent flyer programs remain important to airlines today because trhey:

all answers are correct

what is the primary purpose of the Federal Aviation Administration today?

promoting aviation safety while ensuring efficient use of the nation’s airspace

the ___ is responsible for federal security screening operations for passenger air transportation and intelligence information related to transportation security

Transportation Security Administration

The NTSB has the authority to conduct aviation accident investigations and implement safety regulations. true or false?

false (NTSB holds no rule making authority)

which organization is dedicated to achieving uniformity in civil aviation practices across the globe?

International Civil Aviation Organization

what is the primary function of fixed-based operators (FBOs)? 

providing fuel, maintenance, repair, ramp services, and storage facilities

what is the primary regulatory part governing US registered business aircraft not flown for compensation? 

part 91

charter aircraft used for compensation in the US are regulated under which part of the FARs 

part 135

which airlines falls under the DOT category of “majors”?

airlines with revenues exceeding $1 billion

what is a typical trip distance for a regional flight

100-400 miles

what role do regional carriers play in the airline industry?

provide short haul air service to small and medium sized communities

which certification requires a director of safety, operations, maintenance, chief pilot, and chief inspector

FAR part 121