Commerce SSS2 Second Term

WEEK  2

Transportation contd II

Performance Objectives

The student should be able to

     1. Describe the various forms of transportation.

     2. Enumerate the advantages and disadvantages of transportation.

Content

Forms of transportation contd

Air Transportation

This involves travelling by aeroplane, helicopter or by the balloon. The most common of these, however, is travelling by aeroplane. Aeroplanes fly in the air but they require airports and some sophisticated gadgets for landing and taking off. The airports also require among other things warehouses, control towers, runways, fire fighting equipment and offices. Air transport is the fastest. It is used to carry mails, cargo, as well as passengers. It can also be used for taking photographs,.... View More