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All international aircraft operators, whether pilots or air traffic control officers (ATCOs), must meet minimum English language proficiency requirements specified by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) which come into effect on 5 March 2008. The aim of ICAO is to raise standards in ‘Aviation English’ communications globally, as a means of improving safety both in the air and on the ground.
Aviation communications in any language are highly specialized. The term ‘Aviation English’ embraces a considerably wider field of language knowledge and expertise than most native speakers of English utilize in their everyday lives. Moreover, a further important consideration is that of the aviation environment and 2 significant factors of everyday life in that community: those of the emergency situation and of the non-routine situation. Aircraft operators learn very precise procedures, definitions, and rules and regulations, and all are presented in very formal, precise and unambiguous language. Introduce the unknown, those frequent occasions when something does not happen in the way it should, or in the way that those involved are expecting, and we can readily identify where many of the major communication problems lie.
Pilots and ATCOs are well trained to deal with the unexpected; nevertheless, no organization or individual can cater for every eventuality in such a precarious operating environment. In such situations, therefore, yet another factor comes into play: that of the degradation of an individual’s performance under stress and under duress. In a very difficult, ever-changing and ever-challenging working environment, which is fraught with danger and the unexpected, circumstances can change within seconds, inducing both crises and panic in those directly concerned. At that juncture, individual performance levels plummet and instinct takes over. Effective communication becomes paramount and must be instinctive. If one then considers the added complication of a particular individual, if not 2, one in the air and one on the ground, operating in a second language, performance can degrade further. Hence, the importance and necessity of a high level of English-language proficiency in all concerned.
English language trainers therefore face an enormous task in facilitating the service necessary to meet the demands for effective training in Aviation English worldwide. The ICAO impetus, quite rightly, is on general English-language comprehension, which has to be the basis for any training. However, to meet the minimum communication standards for safe aircraft operations internationally, trainers must also consider the contextual issues. It is the enormous scope of English in the context of aviation that presents language trainers with a significant challenge.
Aircraft operators require an enormous range of knowledge, terminology and phraseology to function effectively in their everyday roles. In a short English-language course for aircraft operators, therefore, trainers must consider where to place the emphasis. Many trainers focus on R/T phraseology; however, whilst standard phraseology is an important aspect of aviation communications, it is merely one of many. Most aviators are familiar with standard R/T phraseology; they use it every day. Language trainers therefore need to place the emphasis on the many aspects of non-standard and non-routine phraseology that might be used in emergency situations and that potentially create difficulties for non-native speakers, ie those aspects of English not necessarily covered in aviation manuals.
Often, language training is a requirement more often than not driven by budgetary constraints, operational constraints and logistical considerations on the part of a client, who invariably lacks appreciation that Aviation English training takes time. Trainers are frequently required to train sponsored groups of trainees, a scenario that works well only when the specializations of the individual trainees, their respective training needs and also the English-language levels of each are similar. It must be stressed that the needs of pilots and ATCOs are very different: whilst the sponsored-group scenario generally works well with pilots of similar rating, in the case of ATCOs training must take account of 3 very different professional specializations, each of which has its own particular requirements: Aerodrome Control, Approach Control and Area Radar Control.
Problems arise on those occasions when either a particular sponsor elects for, or the training provider attempts the ‘one-size-fits-all’ scenario, an option that is all too frequently deemed the most practical on the part of the sponsor, for operational reasons, or the most economic on the part of the training provider in terms of facilitation. The outcome is all too often unsatisfactory, with single trainees, or small group of trainees, being placed on courses where the group as a whole is totally mismatched – by far the least effective way of achieving a satisfactory result from any viewpoint.
Provided there is adequate compromise, understanding and agreement between the client and the training provider, nevertheless, the sponsored-group scenario can work well, so long as all the parties concerned ensure that each group selected for training comprises trainees of the same aviation specialization, individuals of similar experience and personnel with comparable English-language proficiency skills. The real key to success, however, is that prior to course commencement, the training objectives and learning outcomes are clearly defined and that, importantly, they are agreed in advance between the client and the training provider. Within such a package, professional trainees can then negotiate their own learning programme and achieve precise and specific learning outcomes both efficiently and effectively.

Airline credit cards, primarily aimed at a travelers’ convenience, are the result of collaboration between credit card companies and different airline companies. These are very popular reward cards and are a step further to frequent flyer cards. Frequent flyer cards can be airline sponsored or bank sponsored. Bank sponsored credit cards allow more flexibility, as the miles earned can be used on many airlines unlike airline-sponsored, which focuses on single airline. Apart from numerous incentives, transactions on airline credit card can add substantial savings for the cardholder.

Generally, for every dollar charged on the card, you earn one “point” which is equivalent to a travel mile. In addition, these cards can be used with a wide range of services like hotels, car rentals, car wash, and shopping malls. Purchases made and hence the accumulated points (once they reach the required level) can be redeemed for free travel miles for the next trip.

Who Should Go For An Airline Credit Card?
Airline credit cards are wise economic decisions only for those who:
* Have a good or excellent credit history
* Do not carry balance , in other words pay your monthly bill without any dues and on time
* Charge a lot to the card and use it for everthing
* Are flexible when it comes to redeeming the accumulated miles

Choosing the Right Airline Credit Card
A good airline credit card with wide compatibility functions helps to consolidate the benefits of 2 to 3 credit cards into one. The system of operation for these cards is no different from the normal credit cards. Some points to ponder in choosing the right card are:

*Interest rates:
Most of these cards have a high Annual Percentage Rate (APR). Typically, they tend to be 5-6% higher than the normal cards.

*Annual fees:
The annual fee for these cards is a main concern for the cardholders. In many cases, the annual fee paid is not relative to the rewards received. It is better to compare the fee for a number of cards, narrow the choices to the ones with moderate fees, and compare the rewards given on these cards to make the final decision.

*Redemption criteria:
The redemption criterion is a key factor in determining the right card. You should consider the blackout dates that are applicable for redeeming the frequent flyer miles. There could be an upper limit on the number of miles that can be accumulated and their validity. Some cards will let you convert accumulated points to cash. In addition, there can be more restrictions if the balance in not paid in full or if you are late with the payment.

*Balance transfers:
Some airline credit cards will allow balance transfer at a lower interest rate. This shifting of balances could help in increasing the flyer miles on the card. With balance transfer, you can achieve the double benefits of accumulating more flyer miles and debt consolidation.

*Other lucrative services:
There are various other extra travel services offered by these airline credit cards. These include and are not restricted to discount on car rentals, travel insurance on purchases using your card, emergency cash withdrawal from the card while traveling and discounts in certain restaurants and shopping malls.

Airline Miles Credit Card
Another variant to the airline credit card is the airline miles credit card. As the name indicates, these cards accumulate miles per dollar spent. There are varieties of airline miles credit card each offering different terms and conditions on the airline miles per dollar spent. Hence, you need to check for the minimum number of air miles necessary for a free trip and the duration of validity of the accumulated miles.

With increased competition, many airline miles credit cards offer attractive incentives on sign up. These include additional bonus on first purchase, 0% APR for certain introductory period and on balance transfers.

Though these are attractive offers, you need to consider the cost of maintaining these cards after the initial offer period. Airline credit cards, especially airlines miles credit cards are a good buy only for those who are regular flyers, as these cards tend to have high interest rate, annual fees, and other fees.

In conclusion, as with any other card, you can reap good benefits only if you take time to read and research the fine print with the various offers. Careful search should give cards that offer low interest rates, no annual fees, more miles on dollar spent, and freedom to travel on any airline with no blackout dates. The best airline credit card is one that gives good value for money, in terms of accumulated miles and rewards.

The language for all aviators and air traffic control officers (ATCOs) who wish to operate internationally is English. The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has produced a creditable and expansive manual, which details future English-language communication requirements for aircraft operators. Those requirements come into effect on 5 March 2008.
The ICAO document, which details the English-language proficiency requirements is, to all intents and purposes, a Statement of Requirement. Training providers Worldwide, and the aviation industry as a whole, therefore need to adapt to meet the demand and the challenge faced by all concerned. The requirement is to raise standards in aviation communications globally, commonly referred to as Aviation English. However, there needs to be greater understanding that the term ‘Aviation English’ covers a considerably wider field of knowledge and expertise than many currently appreciate. The following is designed to provide some indication as to the degrees of enormity and complexity that the industry faces in contributing to, and in meeting the task of imposing safe English-language communication skills among aircraft operators World-wide.
Pilots and ATCOs are at the front line of aircraft operations. The extent of the training that these personnel have to endure to achieve full operational status is enormous. Training can extend to periods of up to 2 years in the case of pilots and tends to comprise one long, uninterrupted process. In the case of ATCOs, however, because of the different specialisations involved in that function and their varying degrees of complexity, training tends to be conducted in phases, as controllers’ progress through their individual career paths and gain experience in the different specialisations open to them. In both cases, training is ongoing, not only because of the degree of knowledge required, due to ever-changing working locations, but also because of the continual updating of the equipment in use, ongoing revisions to the rules and regulations, and also frequent changes in the air traffic operating environment.
Following a rigorous selection process, whereby only very small percentages of individuals actually have the aptitude to be successful pilots or ATCOs, there begins a learning process that is extensive in respect of the degree of fundamental knowledge required by aircraft operators in a wide range of fields. In addition to the many practical skills required to perform their respective roles, pilots and ATCOs require extensive knowledge of the following: meteorology; physics; geography; navigation; maps and charts; theory of flight; mechanics; aircraft construction; airframes and engines; electrics, electronics and avionics; instrumentation; hydraulics; rules of the air; aviation rules and regulations, both in the air and on the ground; and air traffic control regulations. Aircraft operators are also required to have a precise and unambiguous knowledge and understanding of the following: a vast range of aviation-related definitions, some straight-forward, others quite complex; a wide range of very precise and unambiguous phraseology, to cover all routine and non-routine situations; a plethora of aviation-specific abbreviations; and a vast array of aviation-related vocabulary, which most native speakers of English seldom use in everyday life. In addition, all aircraft operators require an appreciation of medicine, biology, and human performance limitations. Furthermore, all concerned with aircraft operations are required to undergo daily briefings, both oral and written, and have to read and fully understand numerous daily and periodical publications: for example, Flight Information Publications, which provide essential information and warnings related to flight safety, and Notices to Airmen, which provide information concerning daily changes within the aviation environment. Comprehending these documents would prove a significant challenge to any aircraft operator who is not a native speaker of English. In addition to speaking and listening skills in English, therefore, reading comprehension is a skill that should also be given emphasis in any Aviation English training syllabus.
To become a successful pilot or ATCO, one requires a very high degree of a particular type of aptitude, coupled with a supreme mental agility of many different kinds. However, it is important to note that the aptitude required to be a successful pilot, is very different to that required to be an effective and competent ATCO. Nevertheless, both professions require individuals to have the ability to be extremely calm under pressure, to multi-task both mentally and physically, and to assimilate information quickly and effectively and to act upon it correctly and decisively. At the end of their rigorous and lengthy process of training, and when they have achieved full operational status, these individuals possess a wealth of knowledge and have well-honed and acute mental and physical skills. However, even fully-trained and experienced, pilots and ATCOs are continually operating at the extremes of effective human capability, whereby everyday, decisions they make as individuals can, in many cases, mean the difference between life and death for others. Therefore, at any stage within this ongoing process of professional development, to expect an aircraft operator to repeat the entire very demanding and complex training process in a second language, is a daunting prospect. Indeed, it is hard to assimilate the degree of difficulty involved, because, yet another factor comes into play: that of an individual’s degree of aptitude as a linguist.
When assessing the operational and international requirement within the aviation community for precise and accurate communications in English, both in the air and on the ground, there are several factors to be considered: the vast array of different communications and means of communication in use; the skills necessary to communicate effectively, by which ever means; and the difficulties faced by non-native speakers of English, who require to perfect those communication skills, with all their inherent complexities, in a second language. Those concerned face an extremely difficult and daunting task.

Domestic airlines are those that provide service between different cities in the same country. They are a great option for business travelers who are always on the move, people who don’t like driving for long distances, and just for people who simply want to get somewhere faster.Some of these airlines also ply international routes in addition to domestic routes. Some of these include Delta Airlines, American Airlines and Continental Airlines. You will find that they have partnerships with other international airlines. For example, an international carrier might have flights between Madrid and New York. But for those flying Madrid to Denver, the carriers’ partner for example Continental airlines will fly from New York to Denver.The kind of aircraft that the domestic airlines use varies from destination to destination. For example, thy might use the larger Boeing 747 for international flights or coast to coast flights, while from city to city, they use the more compact airbus planes. The kind of service provided on board depends on the length of the flight and on the airline. Some of them will charge for drinks and snacks while others will provide them for no added cost.Domestic lights usually have about five people seated per row, and this allows for ease of service. One of the advantages of domestic flights is that they generally have fewer passengers, and thus better service is provided to the passengers and boarding and disembarking times are reduced. This is great for the airlines, because they have a faster turn around time, in case they are turning around with passengers.It’s very easy to find a domestic flight. Most domestic airlines offer service many times a week between multiple cities.

General aviation encompasses charter flights, bush flights, gliding, police, fire and emergency ambulance services, as well as any unscheduled flights with commercial airlines. In most countries, business jets and cargo jets are under the same regulations as most regularly scheduled commercial flights. Bush flying and air ambulances, charter flights and gliders have lower expectations and guidelines. They use smaller, often private, airports, and are subject to less government regulation.

Three quarters of all the planes that take off and land in the U.S. are general aviation planes. The National Air Transportation Committee says that general aviation pumped about $100 billion into the nation’s economy last year alone.

In recent years, security on general aviation flights has become increasingly important. However, the TSA (Transportation Security Administration) is busy checking people’s bags so they can load a commercial flight, and has little time for making monitoring the general aviation facilities. Therefore, generally speaking, small airport operators shoulder the bulk of the security burden for general aviation.

Still, there are lots of good reasons to use general aviation. Skipping the commercially scheduled flights and snagging a chartered jet or private plane to your nearest vacation spot can be a tempting proposition, especially in these days of higher prices and increased regulation on commercial flights.

For starters, if you rent a charter plane or have a personal plane, you are in control of and are responsible for, your own flight. You won’t run into a pilot canceling a flight or flight attendants at the end of their patience. Generally speaking, you’ll also have the pick of the seats in the plane, and there isn’t a bad view if they’re all window seats.

With general aviation flights, you are free from the “3 ounce restriction” on personal care products that the TSA has for commercial airlines. What’s more, many airlines are now charging for each bag, as well as charging an additional fee for a window seat or an aisle seat. These are non-issues with general aviation.

Besides being in control of your own flight, you set the schedule for your arrival and return. With airlines cutting capacity and sending flights to fewer and fewer destinations, you spend more time in the airport waiting for flights. With general aviation, you can leave after morning rush hour traffic if you’d like, or you can leave before anyone else is up. And, you’re not bound to an airline with a non-refundable ticket when they randomly choose to cancel or postpone a flight.

With small, general aviation airports all over the world, you don’t have to settle for landing at the nearest “big city.” A general aviation plane can land at any of the thousands of smaller airports. This could mean leaving from a spot closer to home, and will almost surely mean arriving at a spot closer to your destination.

Frontier Airlines is a domestic American carrier whose hub of operations is located in Denver, Colorado. This is an airline that has for many years provided travelers with a great and affordable option for air travel. Operations of this airline are reserved for flights west of the Mississippi. This means that it serves destinations in the southwest, northwest and west coast of the United States.Some of the cities serves are Seattle, Washington, Los Angeles, California and Las Vegas Nevada just to mention a few.  As a result of this, you find that travelers have an option of multiple flights to pick from when they are traveling. The numbers of flights available, makes last minute travel, and generally travel between these connected cities much cheaper for the consumers.In addition to the domestic routes offered, Frontier Airlines also offers short haul international flights to some holiday destinations in Mexico such as Cabo San Lucas, Acapulco and Cancun. This airline also offers great in flight entertainment to travelers. Their aircraft have a link to live satellite television, and for this, passengers have to pay a low cost of five dollars if they want to watch. They offer snacks and drinks on board with an option to buy alcoholic drinks for just about five dollars also.The Frontier airlines have a website where travelers can make arrangements to travel. They can book their tickets, as well as see packages available for the destinations they are traveling to. Their website also has a section where customers can leave positive or negative reviews, suggestions and ideas. The airline works on these reviews in a bid to make their airline the best there is.

 

As we all know, airfares and the new extra costs that many airlines are charging are sending fares higher and higher, which is making it more difficult to find a great deal.

So how do you still find true airfare bargains today? By shifting your focus and knowing what to look for. One key strategy includes the following;

Most airlines, especially so called legacy carriers protect their business on the existing developed routes they fly. When a new carrier enters that market specific route, especially a discount carrier, the prices usually get very competitive right from the start and not just for a week or two, often for months.

One current example is the South Florida to Costa Rica market. While Miami to San Jose is an established market yielding pretty normal fare competition, a new entrant has come into the Fort Lauderdale to San Jose Costa Rica route. This has resulted in fares that are quite a deal in today’s high fuel cost environment.

Recent city pair sample deals:

* Prices shown are round trip economy nonstop 7 night trips for dates departing: 7/31/2008 and returning: 8/7/2008 & include all taxes. They were current as of 7/13/2008, but are subject to change.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida > San Jose, Costa Rica $ 229.00 on American Airlines

Fort Lauderdale, Florida > Freeport Bahamas $ 105.30 on Spirit Airlines

Detroit, Michigan > Orlando, Florida $ 174.00 on Northwest airlines

So, when you hear of or see an advertisement or news story that an airline is beginning new service to one of your favorite destinations, have a look at that fare, then check the airfares for the carriers that currently service that route, http://www.only4deals.com/departments/travel-airline-car-hotels-cruises.html in most cases, you will be surprised by a very low fare.

In today’s fast changing market, if you see a great fare book it quickly, it won’t be available for long.

Robert Price has been a successful Airlines (Air Fare Deals) owner for nearly 10 years. He enjoys helping others to modify their thinking and behavior in order to get Air Fare Deals with various Airlines and keep it off. So if you are looking for great Air Fare deals website please visit http://www.only4deals.com/departments/travel-airline-car-hotels-cruises.html

 

If you’re planning on taking a trip on an airplane, no matter where, it’s likely that you can benefit from airfare deals. There’s not many of us that would turn down a cheap airfare if we could one, that’s for sure. Gas prices have risen substantially, and all transportation costs are now following, so unless you’re rolling in money, getting a great deal on your airfare is very important.
After 911, there was a long period where you could find cheap airfares quite easily. People were frightened of terrorism, and nervous about the possibility of a breach of security. So nobody was keen to fly, which left the airlines with a big problem – lots of empty seats. So to try and get their planes full of passengers again, airlines started offering great airfare deals. They were almost begging people to get back in the air again.
Cheap Tickets in a Competative Market
Things have changed since then with planes flying at 90% full instead of 70% after 911. Also, now that the economy is shrinking and people are keen to save a few dollars, finding cheap air tickets is extremely important. Very few people are willing to pay the regular ticket price, which is why Internet sites that offer great airfare deals are booming.
A couple of the most popular are expedia.com and kayak.com, with a staggering number of visitors every day. Don’t be fooled, though. Just going to one of these sites and checking their deals isn’t always the way to get the best airfare deal. In reality, they have to make money somehow, so their fares are marked up.
Certainly the prices will still be cheaper than regular fares, but you could possibly buy the same airfare for quite a few dollars less if you go directly to the airline website. Check the deal sites first, then see if you can do better on the airline’s site.
Going Direct
Personally, I visit the discount fare websites, pick out half a dozen really good fares that fit my travel plans, make a note of which airline they’re with, then go and visit the airline website and compare prices. I almost always end up buying my ticket directly from the airline to get the best deal.
If you regularly fly between two places, you’ll find before long that there’s usually only one or two airlines that consistently offer good deals on that route, so you can start keeping an eye on their websites only and save yourself some time.
Smaller Airlines
Another way to get cheap airfares is to look at some of the smaller carriers that travel to your destination. Sure, the big airlines will probably go there, but you might be able to find one of the smaller airlines, or even a charter airline that’s keen to get business and so offers cheap fares. Doing things this way might limit you from acquiring more frequent flier miles, and it may mean there’s only a couple of flights to choose from, rather than dozens, but it’s still a great way to get cheaper airfares.
Getting the best airfare deals doesn’t have to take a lot of time, but you will need to do some homework. If you do, however, you’ll be rewarded with cheaper flights. Have a great trip!

How to sue an airline will depend highly on the nature of your complaint. Unless you have a serious injury or discrimination complaint, most airline claims are best handled in Small Claims Court. But before you file a complaint, I recommend fully understanding how the process works.
You must not file a lawsuit against airlines in bankruptcy because they are under the protection of the court. There is a good chance that the airline will counter claim your suit and instead you will end up having to pay them for the nuisance you have caused them.
Be careful of this double edged sword. Planning and preparing is half the battle when it comes to suing an airline. Make sure you are ready for it. If done properly then there is a very good chance that you will get the compensation you deserved from the airline that mistreated you.
Suing an airline can be intimidating; however if done right with the legal information at hand then the case can be in your favor. Therefore, the first and the foremost that the family needs to do to sue an airline, is to educate itself on how to sue an airline.
Increasing frustration among passengers is leading to more airline complaints and eventually to lawsuits mostly filed in Small Claims Courts. The small claims process is the best way (in my experience) to demand recourse from airlines that have mistreated you or caused you damage/injury.
When you file in Small Claims Court, you can file the lawsuit by yourself without hiring an expensive attorney. In addition, the fees are very minimal. It won’t cost you more than $50 in most States. The process is simple and quick relative to other court systems in America.
Most people are certain that they have airline passengers’ rights, but are less certain about what those rights are, and what they include, and how to sue an airline.
Learn how to sue an airline easily, get compensated and make your voice heard real loud. By knowing how to initiate the legal process, many consumers have found a resolution when suing an airline.
In response to airline abuse and irresponsible behavior, this book will guide you with specific tools to file a complaint against airlines, talk about actual cases against airlines, laws and statutes, writing to your congressman about any concerns regarding mistreatment by airlines and inform you of different cases of airline related offenses.
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