Examinando por Autor "Jimenez, Edgar"
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- PublicaciónSólo datosDynamic evolution of European airport systems in the context of Low-Cost Carriers growth(Journal of Air Transport Management, 2017-07-06) Jimenez, Edgar; Claro, João; Pinho de Sousa, Jorge; de Neufville, RichardAirport systems adapted to the influx of Low-Cost Carriers (LCC) as the segment grew in prominence in the European market during the last decades. The generalised perspective that LCCs are attached to remote secondary airports is being increasingly challenged by recent moves of the largest European LCC. The reality is that the impact of LCCs has spread to most commercial airports in Europe, primary and secondary alike. Yet, despite valuable insights on the evolution of airline networks, the existing literature lacks a clear understanding of why this has occurred. This paper explains the dynamics in the evolution of airports systems that resulted in significant growth for the low-cost segment in Europe. A multiple case study involving 42 European airports was used to identify the mechanisms that triggered the traffic patterns leading to the ascendency of LCCs in their respective airport systems. Understanding these mechanisms may prove valuable for supporting airport strategic planning.
- PublicaciónSólo datosSimulation-based turnaround evaluation for Lelystad Airport(Journal of Air Transport Management, 2017-07-12) Mota, Miguel Mujica; Boosten, Geert; De Bock, Nico; Jimenez, Edgar; de Sousa, Jorge PinhoThe airport of Lelystad in North Holland will be upgraded to attract commercial traffic from Schiphol. In this paper we present the simulation-based analysis for Lelystad Airport with the objective of identifying the most promising configuration, identifying potential problems and capacity limitations in the system. Three layouts for the apron were tested and we analyzed in the model the use of vehicles for the ground handling service, different demand levels and different allocations for aircraft, in addition we included the uncertainty inherent to these systems. The results allowed to get to the conclusion that some configurations are more attractive than others but the variability of the system might play an important role in order to make the airport more or less attractive to commercial airlines.