Describe the role of the major and national carriers. Identify some of the carriers in
each category. How did the regional carriers get started? Describe a typical regional
carrier in terms of its role in the air transportation system, type of aircra flown, and
route structure. What is meant by hub-and-spoke network? Why has the number of
regional carriers declined since deregulation? Describe some of the changes that have
taken place in this segment of the industry. What is code sharing?
5. Who is responsible for financial and traffic data collection within the Department of
Transportation? Describe the role of this government bureau. What is the Interline
Traffic AgreementóPassenger? What is the purpose of the Air Freight Procedures
Agreement and the Small Package Shipment Agreement? Describe the Universal Air
Travel Plan
