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What are the technological factors affecting an airline industry?
Currently, the industry is working on many potentially game-changing innovations that could find their way into common airline use over the next couple of decades.
- Electric propulsion. The Airbus E-Fan.
- Hypersonic travel.
- Biofuels.
- Autonomous flight.
- Biometrics.
- Connectivity and entertainment.
How is technology used in airlines?
Computers have become crucial to the airline industry. They are used to book tickets, plan flights, schedule aircraft and crew, oversee maintenance, and set fares.
How has technology improved aviation?
Each new generation of aircraft has double-digit fuel efficiency improvements, up to 20% more fuel efficient than the previous one. This has led to today’s modern aircraft producing 80% less CO2 per seat than the first jets in the 1950s.
Why are new technologies so important for airport operations?
The use of new technologies, like biometric face scans, will also play a key role in the retail aspect of running an airport. The pre-enrollment of personal information provides airports with valuable information on individual preferences to tailor offers to each individual passenger.
What are the new trends in airline industry?
Trend 1: Enabling Frictionless Travel With Biometrics.
What is the outlook for the airline industry?
Industry revenues are expected to reach $782 billion (+54.5% on 2021), 93.3% of 2019 levels. Flights operated in 2022 are expected to total 33.8 million, which is 86.9% of 2019 levels (38.9 million flights).