Description
The aviation industry faces an unprecedented challenge – the digital transformation revolution. While digital technologies promise immense benefits in terms of efficiency, safety, and passenger experience, they also bring forth intricate challenges. Navigating through complex regulatory frameworks and safeguarding against cybersecurity risks has become a paramount concern for aviation professionals and academics alike. The industry's future success hinges on its ability to adapt to this digital revolution while effectively managing the potential pitfalls it presents.
Harnessing Digital Innovation for Air Transportation emerges as a timely and comprehensive solution for academic scholars in aviation management. It offers a profound exploration of how digital innovations are shaping various facets of aviation and provides in-depth strategies to address the challenges presented by this digital revolution. From understanding the impact of digital transformation to harnessing data analytics, managing safety, enhancing the passenger experience, and delving into emerging technologies, this book equips readers with the knowledge and tools to thrive in the digital age of aviation.
Author's/Editor's Biography
Ayse Yilmaz (Ed.)
Ayşe Aslı Yılmaz
is an Assistant Professorand works as chair of the Pilot Training Department at Civil Aviation School of Atilim University. She earned her Ph.D. in Business Administration (English program) from the Social Sciences Institute at Atılım University in 2022, focusing on her dissertation titled "The Value Added by Digital Transformation Criteria to Intellectual Capital Components: Network Analysis on Esenboğa Airport." With a background in Peace Support Operations (PSO), Dr. Yılmaz has served as a course director and instructor on various topics including Cultural Awareness in Multinational Environments, Strategic Communication, Civil-Military Cooperation, and Gender Awareness in PSOs at Partnership for Peace Training Centre, as well as several UN and NATO affiliated agencies and training centres since 2011. Her research interests lie in social networks, intellectual capital, and digital transformation, Aviation Psychology, and Fatigue Risk Management. Dr. Yılmaz has contributed significantly to the field through her writings of book chapters and articles in management and organization domains. She teaches a range of classes including Airport Management, Airport Master Planning, International Aviation Law, and Air Traffic Rules and Regulations. Additionally, she instructs courses on Crew Resource Management (CRM) and Accident Investigation Analysis. Dr. Yılmaz is also a member of the European Association for Aviation Psychology (EAAP) and has UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle) experience.