Airport Management and Operations

To manage the airport, simply loading passengers and maintaining the runway is not enough. This includes security, customer service, federal regulatory knowledge, baggage handling, staffing and so on.

Once you get used to the management and operation of the airport at Purdue University you will get the expertise you need to navigate the various aspects of airport management. As airport administrator and analyst, you get various opportunities and are very interested in the operation of the airport. Your course provides insight on over 40,000 airports worldwide and how business decisions are made on a daily basis. Some of your first year courses are included: Aviation, Basic Aircraft Science and Aerospace Promotion and Tracking System

While acquiring a degree in airport management you will be working with faculty at the air transportation technology school with many years of industry experience or research experience.

An airport with the country's first university studying at an aviation school has the second busiest air traffic control tower in the state. Purdue University Airport provides students of Purdue University the opportunity to immerse in the airport environment in real time.

Let's get direct air business and operations with direct knowledge of the professor working in every aspect of the industry

Explore other aspects of the aviation industry and learn with professional flying, airline management and operations, professional students such as the drone system

Cooperate regularly with the industry and consider opportunities for their internships and other placements. In addition to professional exhibitions at Purdue University and Polytechnic, students in the airport management and operations program can use the annual fair for all students of the Air Transport Technology School.

Learn about the best fleet including about 30 aircraft and multiple training simulators

All major airports are large companies that require experienced director or manager leadership. Airport management managers are responsible for overseeing all aspects of business administration, economics, publicity and personnel management. They can develop and enforce asset rules and regulations, manage budgets, and train employees. These airport experts are working at the FAA Airport Traffic Control Tower to guide all air traffic and ensure that all pilots have access to the appropriate taxi, takeoff and landing instructions. Flight When taking off and landing, this is a fast paced work, requires strong decision making skills and excellent judgment. Air traffic controllers can work at terminals or air traffic control center (ARTCC). They are responsible for managing all communication with the pilot and providing assistance in case of emergency.

Once you get used to the management and operation of the airport at Purdue University you will get the expertise you need to navigate the various aspects of airport management. As airport administrator and analyst, you get various opportunities and are very interested in the operation of the airport. Your course provides insight on over 40,000 airports worldwide and how business decisions are made on a daily basis. Some of your first year courses are included: Aviation, Basic Aircraft Science and Aerospace Promotion and Tracking System

A common feature of large airports and airport systems is the continuous management of the operation of the airport and the organizational separation of work units, separate from the work unit responsible for the infrastructure (in other areas) It is to be done. Development (Neufville & Odoni 2003; p.226-227). As shown in Section III, the airport itself pays for some capital infrastructure projects. Airport operating profit is derived from revenue sources such as landing fee, terminal lease, franchise sale etc. This income is used to pay for airport operating costs, but you can use surplus to promote capital improvement (Dillingham; page 9).