How Would the Third Runway Affect Heathrow Airport Environmentally

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Abstract

This is research is based on the topic “How Would the Third Runway Affect Heathrow Airport Environmentally.” The purpose of this research is to determine how the development of a third runway would impact the environment. The development of a third runway has become an important debate in the studies of environmental science and aviation. In order to carry out this research, quantitative research methodology has been adopted. The research involves the use of both primary and secondary data. Secondary data has been gathered from different articles, journals, and documents. In order to gather primary data, operation managers of BAA, representatives from Hacon and Greenpeace, and people living the airport have been selected. The findings of the study have revealed that the development of a third runway would result in negative environmental consequences. It would result in increasing noise and air pollution in the region.

Table of Contents

ACKNOWLEDGMENTII

DECLARATIONIII

ABSTRACTIV

Background of the Study2

Purpose of the Research3

Problem Statement3

Aims of the Research3

Objectives of the Research4

Research Question4

Structure of the Thesis4

Ethical Considerations5

CHAPTER 02: LITERATURE REVIEW6

THE BENEFITS OF AIRPORT EXPANSION6

Motivation for the Third Runway9

The Demand for Air Travel in the United Kingdom11

Arguments in Favour of the Third Runway13

Environmental Concerns15

The UK Government White Paper18

Summary of Literature Review18

CHAPTER 03: METHODOLOGY20

Research Methodology20

Quantitative Research Methodology20

Different Types of Quantitative Research21

When Quantitative Research is Used21

Data Collection Methods22

Sample Selection23

CHAPTER 04: FINDINGS24

Summary of Findings35

CHAPTER 05: CONCLUSION38

Alternatives to the Expansion of Heathrow40

REFERENCES42

CHAPTER 01: INTRODUCTION

Heathrow is one of the busiest airports of the world. Heathrow airport is a vital airport in London, England. The airport is located in West London. Heathrow is considered to be the third busiest airports in the world measures. The airport is serving more customers than a number of other airports throughout the world. The airport has employed as many as 72,000 employees. There are a number of business and other customer who arrive at the airport daily. A majority of businesses are dependent on the airport for different services. It is believed that Heathrow airport is the gateway of the United Kingdom to the global economy. The other giants of the industry are undertaking different expansion decisions in order to stay ahead of competitors. Therefore, it is also important for Heathrow to consider the expansion (Milmo, 2009).

London Heathrow Airport is also known as Heathrow Airport. It is one of the largest airports of the United Kingdom. On the basis of number of passengers, Heathrow is the third busiest airports of the world. The airport is the hub for several activities. There are a number of people who ravel from the United States to Europe and vice versa through this airport. Currently, the airport has two runways along with five terminals. In the year 2009, the government ...