HPED 3630 Lecture Notes - Lecture 11: Via Rail, Wingtip Device, Air Canada
9 Feb 2020
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Transportation issues: congestion, safety and security, environmental concern, seasonality. Air travel and pollution: about 80% of co2 emissions are emitted by flights over 1500km, however, jet aircraft are 70% more fuel efficient today than they were in the 1960s. Shedding weight: plans to increase fuel efficiency another 30% by 2030. In 1990 shifted focus from domestic to inbound traveller: from low cost travel to premium travel experience, 70% of via travellers are inbound. Rocky mountaineer: canadian rockies adventures with pre-tour cruise, complete tour all-inclusive for per person. Limited routes: uneconomical without government subsidy, compete with freight lines, old infrastructure, requires new technology, requires clear crossings, possible if government decides to get involved. Intercity bus industry is a small business industry with a great deal of flexibility. In the us, the travel industry association of america reports that 80% of person trips are made by auto.
