Advantages And Disadvantages Of Airplanes

Advantages And Disadvantages Of Airplanes

Before airplanes were invented, journeys were tiring and extremely time–consuming. People would have to travel for weeks by ship to reach other countries. This became a problem because people were often tired and frustrated at how inconvenient travelling was. For example, it takes around 11 to 12 hours to travel from London to New York by plane, but if you travel by ship / boat, it takes an average of 4 to 5 days. It could take two weeks to reach somewhere that took a plane two days to travel.



Exporting goods by boat / ship was extremely expensive; even though there was still a lot of trade, airplanes have made trade much easier and faster therefore there is much more trade now. Trade is good because it helps the economy, provides jobs for ... Show more content on Helpwriting.net ...It is the fastest form of transport and therefore is very useful when time is an important factor. Along with the quick and efficient service, there are comfortable cushioned seats so longer flights aren't too difficult. The average occupancy of an aircraft is around 80% greater than other forms of transport. (Statistics from Air Transport Action Group – ATAG)



In terms of the route of travel, there are no physical barriers so it follows the shortest and most direct route to the intended destination; connecting flights are provided for places like Kochi (in India) that don't have direct flights. Air transport can also be very easily accessed and can be used to transport goods to rural areas or places that can't be accessed by any other means of transport. In the case of a natural disaster e.g. floods or earthquakes, airplanes will still be operating and is the only mode of transport which can be used for relief work or to provide essential necessities in life. Airplanes are often used to carry fragile goods that require fast delivery over long distances. They carry goods that are over 35% value (many are perishable goods). Deliveries from Africa to UK support the livelihoods of 1.5 million people. (Statistics from Air Transport Action Group –

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