History of Aviation Operation Management
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When did concrete surfaces allow landings regardless of meteorological conditions?

  • In 1910
  • In 1907
  • Before 1907
  • After 1907 (correct)

Which airport is disputed as the 'world's oldest airport'?

  • College Park Airport
  • Beijing Nanyuan Airport
  • Pearson Field Airport
  • Toussus-le-Noble airport (correct)

Which airport in the United States was established to accommodate planes in 1905 and airships in 1911?

  • College Park Airport
  • Bremen Airport
  • Pearson Field Airport (correct)
  • Hamburg Airport

In which year did Beijing Nanyuan Airport open for operation?

<p>1910 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which airport is considered the oldest commercial airport in the world still in operation?

<p>Hamburg Airport (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the year of operation of College Park Airport in Maryland, US?

<p>1909 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did Amsterdam Airport Schiphol start accepting civil aircraft?

<p>December 17, 1920 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which airport claims to be one of the world's oldest continuously operating commercial airports?

<p>Sydney Airport (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport in terms of its commercial service?

<p>It has been in continuous commercial service since its opening in 1920 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the improvement in the landing field introduced after World War II?

<p>Introduction of grooves in the concrete surface (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which airport near Bangkok is a contender for being one of the oldest continuously operating commercial airports?

<p>Don Mueang International Airport (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a notable improvement in airport terminals in the early 1960s?

<p>Introduction of jet bridge systems (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'aerodrome' include?

<p>Locations for aircraft flight operations regardless of size or use (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'airport' imply?

<p>Having satisfied certain certification criteria or regulatory requirements (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a notable difference between American English and Irish/Commonwealth usage regarding aerodromes?

<p>'Aerodrome' remains more common in Ireland and Commonwealth nations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant development in airport construction during the 1960s?

<p>Extension of runways to 3,000 m (9,800 ft) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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