Can the skies be fixed?

Article Abstract:

According to the Federal Aviation Administration, the number of flight delays rose by 20 percent in 1999. According to the Department of Transportation, the year 2000 saw 28 percent of flights being delayed, diverted, or canceled; and between 1995 and 2000, pre-takeoff delays rose by 165-341 percent, depending on the number of hours.

Research, Statistics, Civil aviation, Traffic, United States. Department of Transportation, United States. Federal Aviation Administration

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Red means go: a Michelin time line

Article Abstract:

A history of 'Le Guide Rouge,' or the Michelin guide to restaurants in various countries, is presented. The history discussion includes the implementation of the three-star rating and when the guide focused exclusively on restaurants.

France, Evaluation, History, Michelin Guide (Book), Restaurants, Travel books

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Securing the skies

Article Abstract:

Airline security has increased dramatically since the terrorist attacks on the United States on 11 September 2001. A review of the safety measures in place in December 2001 and possible proposals for the future are described.

Safety and security measures, Influence, World Trade Center and Pentagon Attacks, 2001

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