Marketing S.S.S 2 First Term

WEEK 8

Transportation lll

Performance Objectives

Students should be able to:

1. Explain transportation by air

3. State the advantages and disadvantages of air transport.

Content

i. Air transport

ii. Advantages and disadvantages of air transport.

Air Transport

These include the aeroplanes, cargo planes, helicopters, jets, etc. that carry high-priced speciality goods, machinery and industrial products etc. Air transport is an important enabler to achieving economic growth and development. Air transport facilitates integration into the global economy and provides vital connectivity on a national, regional, and international scale. It helps generate trade, promote tourism, and create employment opportunities.

Advantages of Air Transport

1. High Speed

It is the fastest mode of transport and therefore suitable for the carriage of goods.... View More