Research Themes

Theme 5: Alternative Business Models

There are clear linkages across these preceding themes, and we know that we must identify and understand those linkages to comprehend the overall status of the industry. The airline industry is clearly at a turning point. With a sound overall framework in hand, we might more cohesively chronicle forthcoming developments. At the same time, we hope that the framework will allow us to probe which alternative paths for the industry are most likely to restore its health.

Links to the various themes:

1. Safety and Security
2. Industry Structure and Competition
3. Labor Relations & Human Resources
4. Infrastructure
5. Alternative Business Models