Transporte Aéreo

There are several tools in the literature that support innovation in organizations. Some of the most cited are the so-called technology roadmapping methods, also known as TRM. However, these methods are designed primarily for organizations that adopt the market pull strategy of technology-product integration. Organizations that adopt the technology push integration strategy are neglected in the literature. Furthermore, with the advent of open innovation, it is possible to note the need to consider the adoption of partnerships in the innovation process. Thus, this study proposes a method of technology roadmapping, identified as method for technology push (MTP), applicable to organizations that adopt the technology push integration strategy, such as SMEs and independent research centers in an open-innovation environment. The method was developed through action-research and was assessed from two analytical standpoints: externally, via a specific literature review on its theoretical contributions, and internally, through the analysis of potential users' perceptions on the feasibility of applying MTP. The results indicate both the unique character of the method and its perceived implementation feasibility. Future research is suggested in order to validate the method in different types of organizations

The use of technology development process (TDP) models by the enterprises can contribute to the usage control of natural resources of technologies before or after its integration on products, services or processes. Although the choice of a technology can consider the use of some performance metrics to identify their eco-efficiency, the literature about technology development models neglects this element. Based on a qualitative analysis of existing models, this paper proposes a conceptual model for the adoption of eco-efficiency indicators in the TDP by the innovation managers, distributed in three different stages: the initial stage, during the planning of a technology, the intermediate stage, at the technology development, and the final stage, at the technology transfer. Future research, such as prioritizing the indicators and the extent of the present analysis to other sustainability dimensions are suggested for structuring a sustainable model of TDP.

A satisfação do passageiro em aeroportos é tema de grande importância para a comunidade científica e para o operador, dado que o usuário se trata de um importante cliente ao aeroporto. Observa-se, na literatura nacional e internacional, uma tendência em analisar a satisfação do usuário. Porém, é detectada uma lacuna no que diz respeito aos estudos que avaliam a eficiência aeroportuária com inserções de variáveis de percepção da satisfação do passageiro. Nesse contexto, o objetivo do artigo é avaliar a eficiência de 15 relevantes aeroportos brasileiros por meio do método da Análise Envoltória de Dados. O modelo permite analisar diferentes variáveis, sendo a satisfação dos usuários uma dessas variáveis (output). Mediante o modelo DEA-BCC, nota-se que 46,66% dos aeroportos avaliados apresentaram eficiência máxima relativa no ano de 2016, para os requisitos de análise.

O agronegócio apresenta contribuições significativas para o Produto Interno Bruto (PIB) de Goiás, sendo a soja um dos principais produtos da economia goiana. A logística relacionada a esse produto, por sua vez, representa um dos maiores entraves para o desenvolvimento do setor e, apesar disso, nota-se uma carência de estudos relacionados a esse tema. Nesse sentido, o presente estudo realizou uma análise crítica da realidade da logística da soja em grãos no Estado de Goiás. Para tanto, foram realizados estudos de caso em cinco organizações relacionadas à distribuição desse produto no Estado:

There are different tools to support the innovation planning, however, the paradigm of open innovation shows that there is a need to adopt different partners in the development of technology, product, service or process, and many of the proposals in the literature ignore this theme on the innovation process. This study proposes a generic model to strategic innovation planning, especially for technology push approach. The model was developed from an action research and literature review, which includes these elements. It contains three different stages ranging from the identification of markets and possible partners to carry out a strategic plan for innovation. The application identifies the technology core of the organization and possible technology, products, services or processes to be developed. Results on the practical application of the model over different innovation processes can be objects of future research.

This study provides an analysis of airline ticket price and its determinants, such as operating costs, supply and demand. The research aimed to establish the relationship between ticket price and these influencing variables, using a correlation method to verify their effect. A linear regression model was developed using the least squares method to explain whether a causal relationship exists between the variables. The results show that, although a relationship does exist between airline ticket price and operating costs, it is overshadowed by the fact that the main determinant of pricing is explained by the relationship between supply and demand.*******************************************************************************************************************Preços de passagens aéreas analisados sob a perspectiva dos custos operacionais, oferta e demanda resumo Este estudo fornece uma análise do preço do bilhete de avião e seus determinantes, tais como os custos operacionais, a ofert...

Purpose: This study proposes a conceptual model of level of service evaluation to a small-sized airport with a focus on departing passengers.Design/Methodology: The variables selected to compose the model were chosen according to their adequacy to departing passengers and the airport’s characteristics. A survey was conducted, and, posteriorly, exploratory factor analysis was used in order to verify the adequacy of the conceptual model proposed and also to improve it according to the results obtained.Findings: The results show that the level of service of the airport is composed of three dimensions: airport characteristics, passenger processing, and prices. The relative importance of the dimensions according to their contribution to the composition of the airport’s overall level of service was also determined.Originality/value: The paper combines theoretical and practical findings in a model for level of service evaluation to a small-sized airport from an air transportation managemen...

The business models innovation in airlines can contribute to the creation of value, competitive advantage and profitability with new possibilities of action. The proposed paper aimed to identify the business models adopted by airlines and identify how the innovation occurs at these organizations. The methodology adopted is characterized as empirical, exploratory and descriptive research by multiple case study with three major Brazilian airlines. The results demonstrate that the search for paradigm breaks, related to the dichotomic traditional models of low-cost and full-service, toward hybrid business models occur linearly, as examples highlighted by companies, in which internal changes in business models are considered major organizational innovations.

The existing relations between the supply of air transport services and economic development have been a relevant area of research in transport management. This study aims to analyze the influence of the productive performance of some Brazilian exported commodities over the demand for regional passenger air transportation on the regions where those commodities are produced. In order to do so, this study used the linear regression method, checking what the relations are, if any exist, between the productive performance of those areas and the supply and demand for passenger seats in airports located in areas producing those commodities. The mathematical model used was validated with a control model that, in its turn, examined the correlation between macroeconomic and population aggregates and the global domestic demand for passenger air travel. The results show ambiguous relations between explicative and dependent variables, because in some localities the correlation was significantly...

It is anticipated that the next twenty years the air transport will present an increase of almost double the growth rate of world GDP. This accelerated expansion of the sector has caused some negative consequences, such as the significant increase in carbon dioxide emissions. The aviation industry has already committed in changing this scenario and the target is to halve CO2 emissions by 2050. To achieve this goal, it is necessary to planning ecoefficient aviation fuel, which allows the reduction by 80% of CO2 emissions. The identification of alternatives to this replacement has been carried out in different research groups; however, it is clear that the planning of innovation has been carried out not integrated manner. In this sense, this study seeks to fill this theoretical gap and to contribute to this issue proposing a management tool to guide innovation in this sector. From Delphi method, it was found that the proposed scheduling method, identified as IPMEF-AT, would be considered applicable to the context in which it is intended, the innovation planning of ecoefficient air transportation fuels. The result obtained demonstrates the viability of IPMEF-AT and suggestions of experts were used in order to improve it.

Purpose Roadmapping has been used as an approach to support market, product and technology-integrated planning, resulting in a document commonly known as a roadmap. Despite the gains made in relation to the technique, recent studies indicate that most users leave or have difficulties in sustaining the process (i.e. maintaining the updated roadmaps). This paper aims to present a framework for continuous roadmap updating that incorporates principles from agile management fields. Design/methodology/approach The framework was developed through action research in a manufacturing firm in the construction industry. Findings The results demonstrate a positive impact on the degree of continuous information monitoring, roadmap credibility and use of the roadmap during innovation strategy decisions. Originality/value The key contribution of this framework is the demonstration of a new strategy for carrying out the maps in which information is internalized by the organization itself, using agil...

Identifying the main characteristics of geometric designs of landing runways and takeoffs at small airports becomes necessary for the optimization of investments as well as the offer of operational safety. This study identifies the demands for total runway length (TORA), defined by the aircraft authorized for its use, as well as the runway size made available according to the declarations presented by aerodromes with the Brazilian regulatory agency, ANAC. From the data analysis of 49 small Brazilian airports, the longitudinal dimensions of the runway were calculated by performing the correct aerodrome altitude corrections, local temperature in relation to the standard temperature and also longitudinal runway slope. The results show that among the airports that have the largest longitudinal dimensions in relation to those required by the project aircraft are São Gabriel da Cachoeira / AM (SBUA) and Vilhena / RO (SBVH) airport. The additional costs applied to the runway infrastructure were also analyzed. Thus, better compatibility between supply and demand for airport infrastructure regarding runway dimensions should be better considered in geometric designs of runways and landings

According to the strategic innovation paradigm, service companies have their innovative efforts guided by market needs, so customer demand is crucial to successful innovation. However, the service literature about air transportation has been focusing on the evaluation of service quality delivered instead of the identification of market demands. This study applied the Hierarchical Model of air transportation service quality evaluation adapted to identify customer’ expectations in a Brazilian domestic airport. The results indicate that customers have higher expectations regarding airline employees’ conduct and expertise, which suggests areas where investments should be prioritized in order to optimize efforts on service innovation.

The city of Barretos in Brazil has the largest cancer treatment center in Latin America, the Barretos Hospital of Cancer (HCB). The hospital provides medical care to about 4,000 daily. These patients come from about 1,600 cities, approximately 30% of the cities in Brazil. In terms of demand and initial structural conditions, Barretos is qualified to receive commercial flights, however, there are no regular flights to the city. Theoretical propositions are made on corporate social responsibility disregard nontechnical variables related to air transport operations, including the value of human life. The results of the present case study on the city of Barretos, with reference to the HCB, show the existence of initial favorable airport conditions for the implementation of a commercial airline in the city, such as runway extension, for example. Additionally, there are initiatives in the mobilization of public opinion, such as the Flight Against Cancer campaign, which can guide the adopt...

Problemas associados aos atrasos e cancelamentos de voos impactam significativamente o desenvolvimento do setor de aviação. Condições climáticas desfavoráveis estão entre algumas das principais razões para esses problemas, o que demanda a análise da interferência do clima nas operações aeroviárias. Nesse sentido, o presente estudo, tomando como referência o caso do Aeroporto Internacional de São Paulo/Guarulhos (GRU), correlaciona eventos de atrasos e cancelamentos de voos aos índices pluviométricos acumulados. Os dados pluviométricos considerados para a estação meteorológica de GRU são referentes aos anos de 2011 a 2015, enquanto as previsões são realizadas para o período entre 2016 e 2020 com o propósito de testar o modelo proposto. Utiliza-se a correlação de Spearman para analisar a relação entre índice pluviométrico e atrasos/cancelamentos de voos para criar um intervalo de valores de chuvas diárias acumuladas que geram esses atrasos/cancelamentos. A correção de Bias, pelo métod...

Studies about airport operational efficiency models generally disregard the correlation between operational efficiencies and economic drivers. The goal of this study is, firstly, to isolate and detail the key economic drivers and then find their efficient frontier. The methodology employed was Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) as a non-parametric and linear programming model. It provides relative measures of efficiency using multiple inputs and outputs for a given Decision-Making Unit (DMU) without requiring a prior production function. The number of variables in this study was limited in function of the DMUs analyzed, which consisted of the following Brazilian airports: Congonhas Airport (CGH), Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) and Viracopos International Airport (VCP). Two of the airports, GRU and VCP, were found to be efficient considering this study’s combination of very limited variables, meaning that theses airports, from this isolated standpoint, are maximizing their commer...

The choice of fleet by a given airline must consider different elements associated with both the aircraft and the airports to be operated, making it necessary a method to assist the aircraft choice process. This study assesses the take-off runway distance requirement of different aircraft models and compares the requirement to the take-off runway distance available at a group of airports. Using the Herfindahl-Hirschman index (HHI), the methodology consider the analysis of take-off runway length available on 80 Brazilian airports and compared it to the take-off distance required for 108 combinations of aircraft model, engine model and flight range, considering the take-off performance of the aircraft models with maximum payload weight. In total, 536 routes of four Brazilian airlines has been adopted to simulate the most profitable operating scenario. The result presents the take-off performance of different aircraft models and allows a performance comparison between them. In addition...

This study seeks to identify factors associated with both airports costs and revenues, specifically in the context of small airports. The main variables of airports costs and revenues, applied in small airports, and data from small Brazilian airports was analyzed using statistical and mathematical tools to propose ordinary equations for the relationships identified between the considered variables. The results show the main variables with significant impact on the management of small airports and, from this, the development of a mathematical model serves as a complement to report the cost structure, income and characteristics of small airports business.