CE 2303 Railways, Airports & Harbor Engineering Airport Engineering CE 2303 Railways, Airports & Harbor Engineering

Introduction This is the fastest mode of transport flying at more than 300 Kmph to a modern speed which is nearly 3 times the speed of sound. Boeing 747 is flying at 885 Kmph X-43 aircraft flies at 11,265 Kmph

Advantages & Disadvantages of Air Transport Accessibility Flight Rules Continuous Journey Operating Expenses Demand for Technical Skill Safety Weather conditions Emergency use Engineering use Saving in Time

Role of Air Transport Vital role in facilitating economic growth Creates opportunities for employment, business, commerce, trade and tourism industry Airports not only provide infrastructure for airline but also contribute to the economy of the region Vital role in facilitating economic growth 40% of international tourists travel by air / 40% of inter-regional exports of goods Air transport industry generates a total of 29 million jobs globally

Role of Air Transport Aviation Global economic impact: 8% of World Gross Domestic Product (GDP) 70% of businesses report that serving a bigger market is a key benefit using air services Aviation boasts high occupancy rates of 65-70% - which is more than double those of rail/road Modern aircraft achieve fuel efficiency – 3.5 liters per 100 Passenger-Km

Components of Airport

Components of Airport

Runway

Taxiway

Apron

In-front of Airport

Abu Dhabi Airport

Close View of Boeing

Airport Planning Adequate access to the metropolitan area Securing sufficient airspace for access to the airport Sufficient land for carrying out ground work

Airport Site Selection Atmospheric and meteorological conditions Availability of land for expansion Availability of utilities Development of the surrounding area Economy of construction Ground accessibility Presence of other airports

Airport Site Selection Regional plan Soil Characteristics Surrounding obstructions Topography Use of airport